What Is The Theme Of Sray By Cynthia Rylant

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Ofri Karni Mrs.Asselin ⅔ “Stray” Original title Sometimes you think that money is so important, but look around you and see how there are more important things. Doris was so sad and lonely that she was alone. The story “Stray” by Cynthia Rylant made me a little sad because this is not a real story but some parts of it are real and happen every day. Her parents were just realizing and thinking about the money and how they couldn't afford the dog. “She's a good dog, isn't she?”. Doris asking and explaining to her parents how good the dog was. Being lonely makes her feel like she needs a little friend to stay with her. Explaining and explaining, made Doris's parents feel like she was a good dog that was hoping to stay in their

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