1. (a) Explain what the text says explicitly.
Reread paragraphs 4–7 of “Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog.” Then
explain what these paragraphs reveal about where Hachiko goes every day and
why he goes there. Cite evidence from the text to support your response.

(b) Explain an inference you can draw from the text.
What can you infer about Hachiko based on the details in paragraphs 4–7?
Support your inference using both details from the text and your background
knowledge