Forward, Introduction and Chapter 1
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Biography of Cesar Millan Study Guide Forward, Introduction and Chapter 1
Who is the author of this biography?
By reading the words in context, readers may better understand the meaning of words. Read paragraph four, on page 6. Applying context clues, define the word, “notoriety.”
What does Cesar Millan believe about dog owners? P. 11
“Dogs do not need ______to feel ______for them. They need owners to be confident and strong.
Where was Millan born? P. 12
Where did Millan find his most meaningful childhood experience? P. 13
Why did he feel that way about the location? P. 13
What are campesinos? P. 13
According to Millan, what was the best part of the farm? P. 14
Why were the dogs considered part of the family? P. 14-15
Use context clues to define “scavenging.” P. 17
“Milan believes that the ______acted the way they did, because they
______who the ______was—his grandfather.” P. 17 Name: ______Date: ______
According to Millan, why is it important that dogs understand that humans are the pack leaders?
“Never work against ______. You only
______when you work ______her. P. 18
Why did Millan’s family move to Mazatlan? P. 18
What did Millan see as the difference between city dogs and farm dogs? P. 18-19
List three ways Millan detached when he lived in the city:
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What did nature offer Millan? P. 20
Describe the central idea of judo. P. 21
List four skills Millan learned from judo. P. 21
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What connection did Millan make between dogs and judo. P. 21-23 Name: ______Date: ______
How does Millan describe a “pure breed dog.” P. 23
Why did Millan name his first dog Saluki? P. 24
What is the MAIN IDEA of chapter 1?
Write one FACT from this chapter.
Reflect on your reading, write an opinion of what you have learned about Cesar Millan.
Vocabulary – 1) Read the vocabulary word IN CONTEXT (in the text). 2) On a separate piece of paper, DEFINE the word. 3) Then, WRITE a sentence that demonstrates your understanding of the word.
1. Notorious, p. 6 2. Capitalize, p. 6 3. Chronicles, p. 6 4. Savvy, p. 6 5. Perseverance, p. 6 6. Promiscuity, p. 7 7. Insight p. 7 8. Agitated, p. 8 9. Heartbroken, p. 10 10. Aggression, p. 10 11. Confident, p. 11 12. Assertive, p. 11 13. Migrating, p. 11 14. Uncanny, p. 12 15. Demeanor, p. 17 Name: ______Date: ______
Make a text-to-self connection. Draw a picture of you meeting Cesar Millan.