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The movie presentation was interrupted by a thrown soda can.
The movie presentation was interrupted by a thrown soda can.
True
Aria was the favorite movie of Via's, of all time.
Aria was the favorite movie of Via's, of all time.
False
The narrator wore a yellow Montauk hoodie during the movie presentation.
The narrator wore a yellow Montauk hoodie during the movie presentation.
True
The movie started playing right after the soda can was thrown.
The movie started playing right after the soda can was thrown.
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Jack and the narrator went to the toilet to pee during the movie.
Jack and the narrator went to the toilet to pee during the movie.
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Henry, Miles, and Amos were walking towards the movie screen when they met Jack and the narrator.
Henry, Miles, and Amos were walking towards the movie screen when they met Jack and the narrator.
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Miles and Henry were still talking to Jack when they met in the woods.
Miles and Henry were still talking to Jack when they met in the woods.
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The narrator peed on the same tree as Jack did.
The narrator peed on the same tree as Jack did.
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The sounds in the woods were only made by insects.
The sounds in the woods were only made by insects.
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The smell of firecrackers in the woods was familiar to the narrator.
The smell of firecrackers in the woods was familiar to the narrator.
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The movie presentation started late because of the soda can thrown at the screen.
The movie presentation started late because of the soda can thrown at the screen.
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Via's favorite movie of all time is The Sound of Music.
Via's favorite movie of all time is The Sound of Music.
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The narrator was wearing a red Montauk hoodie during the movie presentation.
The narrator was wearing a red Montauk hoodie during the movie presentation.
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Jack and the narrator got up to use the toilets during the interesting part of the movie.
Jack and the narrator got up to use the toilets during the interesting part of the movie.
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Henry, Miles, and Amos were coming from the direction of the movie screen when they met Jack and the narrator.
Henry, Miles, and Amos were coming from the direction of the movie screen when they met Jack and the narrator.
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Miles and Henry were still not talking to Jack when they met in the woods.
Miles and Henry were still not talking to Jack when they met in the woods.
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The sounds in the woods were only made by the movie being projected.
The sounds in the woods were only made by the movie being projected.
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The smell of firecrackers in the woods was unfamiliar to the narrator.
The smell of firecrackers in the woods was unfamiliar to the narrator.
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The narrator and Jack went farther into the woods to pee.
The narrator and Jack went farther into the woods to pee.
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The narrator was worried about the bears in the woods.
The narrator was worried about the bears in the woods.
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Study Notes
The Fifth-Grade Nature Retreat
- Every year, the fifth graders of Beecher Prep go on a three-day, two-night trip to the Broarwood Nature Reserve in Pennsylvania.
- The kids sleep in cabins with bunk beds and participate in activities like campfires, s'mores, and long walks in the woods.
Main Character's Concerns
- The main character, Auggie, has never slept away from home before and is nervous about the trip.
- He has medical issues, such as a trache tube that needs to be cleared every hour, and is worried about being away from his parents.
Packing and Preparations
- Auggie's mom helps him pack a new rolling duffel bag with clothes, sunscreen, and bug spray.
- She reminds him to put on sunscreen and take off his hearing aids if he goes swimming.
The Trip Begins
- Auggie wakes up early on the day of the trip and feels nervous but also excited.
- He sees a shadow that reminds him of his dog, Daisy, and feels a sense of comfort.
Bus Ride and Arrival
- Auggie sits next to Jack on the bus ride to the nature reserve.
- He is relieved that Julian, a boy who has bullied him, is not on their bus.
- They arrive at the nature reserve and put their stuff down in the cabins.
First Day
- They go on a guided nature hike through the woods, where they learn about different types of trees and insects.
- It starts raining, and they spend the rest of the day goofing off in the rec room.
- They have a campfire cookout in the evening and roast hot dogs and marshmallows.
Second Day
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They go horseback riding in the morning and rappel up trees in the afternoon.
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In the evening, they go to the fairgrounds for an outdoor movie night, where they watch "The Sound of Music".
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Auggie and Jack sneak off to find a place to pee and get warned about bears by Henry and Miles.### The Woods Incident
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Amos warned Jack and the narrator to ignore others.
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Jack and the narrator walked into the woods to find a private spot.
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Jack took a long time to find a suitable tree to do his business.
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The woods were loud with strange, unfamiliar sounds, like a wall of noise.
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The narrator and Jack heard loud snaps, similar to cap gun pops, not far from their location.
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In the distance, they could hear the tune "Raindrops on Roses and Whiskers on Kittens".
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After relieving themselves, Jack and the narrator noticed a strong smell, similar to firecrackers.
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They decided to leave the woods.
The Fifth-Grade Nature Retreat
- Every year, the fifth graders of Beecher Prep go on a three-day, two-night trip to the Broarwood Nature Reserve in Pennsylvania.
- The kids sleep in cabins with bunk beds and participate in activities like campfires, s'mores, and long walks in the woods.
Main Character's Concerns
- The main character, Auggie, has never slept away from home before and is nervous about the trip.
- He has medical issues, such as a trache tube that needs to be cleared every hour, and is worried about being away from his parents.
Packing and Preparations
- Auggie's mom helps him pack a new rolling duffel bag with clothes, sunscreen, and bug spray.
- She reminds him to put on sunscreen and take off his hearing aids if he goes swimming.
The Trip Begins
- Auggie wakes up early on the day of the trip and feels nervous but also excited.
- He sees a shadow that reminds him of his dog, Daisy, and feels a sense of comfort.
Bus Ride and Arrival
- Auggie sits next to Jack on the bus ride to the nature reserve.
- He is relieved that Julian, a boy who has bullied him, is not on their bus.
- They arrive at the nature reserve and put their stuff down in the cabins.
First Day
- They go on a guided nature hike through the woods, where they learn about different types of trees and insects.
- It starts raining, and they spend the rest of the day goofing off in the rec room.
- They have a campfire cookout in the evening and roast hot dogs and marshmallows.
Second Day
-
They go horseback riding in the morning and rappel up trees in the afternoon.
-
In the evening, they go to the fairgrounds for an outdoor movie night, where they watch "The Sound of Music".
-
Auggie and Jack sneak off to find a place to pee and get warned about bears by Henry and Miles.### The Woods Incident
-
Amos warned Jack and the narrator to ignore others.
-
Jack and the narrator walked into the woods to find a private spot.
-
Jack took a long time to find a suitable tree to do his business.
-
The woods were loud with strange, unfamiliar sounds, like a wall of noise.
-
The narrator and Jack heard loud snaps, similar to cap gun pops, not far from their location.
-
In the distance, they could hear the tune "Raindrops on Roses and Whiskers on Kittens".
-
After relieving themselves, Jack and the narrator noticed a strong smell, similar to firecrackers.
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They decided to leave the woods.
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Every year, fifth graders at Beecher Prep go on a 3-day retreat to the Broarwood Nature Reserve in Pennsylvania. Students sleep in cabins, have campfires, and enjoy long walks. But one student is not excited about it.
