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What does Scarlett notice about the people she sees through her binoculars?
What does Scarlett notice about the people she sees through her binoculars?
What can be concluded about the settlement where Scarlett and Albert find themselves?
What can be concluded about the settlement where Scarlett and Albert find themselves?
What does the phrase "giant knotweed, high and pale and tangled like the chest-hair of an ogre" suggest about the mood of the scene?
What does the phrase "giant knotweed, high and pale and tangled like the chest-hair of an ogre" suggest about the mood of the scene?
What is the significance of the mention of the Cheltenham bank raid and the bank manager’s threats?
What is the significance of the mention of the Cheltenham bank raid and the bank manager’s threats?
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Why is Scarlett's discovery of the coach significant?
Why is Scarlett's discovery of the coach significant?
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What does the author's use of descriptive details like “blackened by fire”, “thin and sharp as shark fins”, and “tangled like the chest-hair of an ogre” primarily contribute to?
What does the author's use of descriptive details like “blackened by fire”, “thin and sharp as shark fins”, and “tangled like the chest-hair of an ogre” primarily contribute to?
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What is the main reason Scarlett wants to speed up?
What is the main reason Scarlett wants to speed up?
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What is the main reason Scarlett wants to head into the forest?
What is the main reason Scarlett wants to head into the forest?
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What does Albert seem to be most afraid of?
What does Albert seem to be most afraid of?
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What does Scarlett's reaction to Albert's name reveal about her?
What does Scarlett's reaction to Albert's name reveal about her?
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Which of the following best describes Albert's perspective on their situation?
Which of the following best describes Albert's perspective on their situation?
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What does the mention of the long tube and the binoculars suggest about Scarlett? (Select all that apply)
What does the mention of the long tube and the binoculars suggest about Scarlett? (Select all that apply)
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What theme is most directly explored in this excerpt?
What theme is most directly explored in this excerpt?
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What is the significance of Albert's statement, "I won't go a moment longer without remedying this omission."?
What is the significance of Albert's statement, "I won't go a moment longer without remedying this omission."?
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How does Scarlett's use of language in this excerpt contribute to her characterization?
How does Scarlett's use of language in this excerpt contribute to her characterization?
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What was the main reason Scarlett and Albert decided to rest in the forest?
What was the main reason Scarlett and Albert decided to rest in the forest?
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How did Scarlett's current pursuit differ from her previous experiences?
How did Scarlett's current pursuit differ from her previous experiences?
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The scene of the chase is described as 'The remorseless chase across the Wilds'. What does the word 'remorseless' imply about the pursuers?
The scene of the chase is described as 'The remorseless chase across the Wilds'. What does the word 'remorseless' imply about the pursuers?
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How does Scarlett feel about their situation in the forest?
How does Scarlett feel about their situation in the forest?
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What is Albert's main concern after waking up in the dawn?
What is Albert's main concern after waking up in the dawn?
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What can be inferred about the Eastern Wolds from the passage?
What can be inferred about the Eastern Wolds from the passage?
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What is the significance of the 'knotweed' in the passage?
What is the significance of the 'knotweed' in the passage?
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What is the tone of the narrator's voice in the passage?
What is the tone of the narrator's voice in the passage?
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What did Mr. Appleby see through his tears, while moaning and flailing?
What did Mr. Appleby see through his tears, while moaning and flailing?
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What does the passage imply about the girl's escape?
What does the passage imply about the girl's escape?
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What is the significance of the bell's tinkle mentioned in the passage?
What is the significance of the bell's tinkle mentioned in the passage?
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What kind of person is Mr. Appleby portrayed as in the passage?
What kind of person is Mr. Appleby portrayed as in the passage?
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What does the phrase "He ignored these distractions" reveal about Mr. Appleby's focus?
What does the phrase "He ignored these distractions" reveal about Mr. Appleby's focus?
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What is the main contrast highlighted in the second paragraph of the passage?
What is the main contrast highlighted in the second paragraph of the passage?
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What is the meaning of the phrase "stay light on your feet" as used in the passage?
What is the meaning of the phrase "stay light on your feet" as used in the passage?
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Why does Scarlett McCain sit under cover at the edge of the trees?
Why does Scarlett McCain sit under cover at the edge of the trees?
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What does Mr. Appleby threaten to do to the girl if she doesn't stop trying to open the safe?
What does Mr. Appleby threaten to do to the girl if she doesn't stop trying to open the safe?
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Why does Mr. Appleby struggle to open the drawer containing the gun?
Why does Mr. Appleby struggle to open the drawer containing the gun?
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What does the girl do to distract Mr. Appleby while he tries to open the drawer?
What does the girl do to distract Mr. Appleby while he tries to open the drawer?
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What does Mr. Appleby mean when he says, "You’re too late"?
What does Mr. Appleby mean when he says, "You’re too late"?
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What is significant about the bubble of pink gum the girl blows?
What is significant about the bubble of pink gum the girl blows?
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What does the phrase "the iron posts at the far end of the fields" symbolize?
What does the phrase "the iron posts at the far end of the fields" symbolize?
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What does the interaction between the girl and Mr. Appleby reveal about their personalities?
What does the interaction between the girl and Mr. Appleby reveal about their personalities?
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How does the author use the setting of Cheltenham to create suspense?
How does the author use the setting of Cheltenham to create suspense?
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What can be inferred about Albert's character from the story?
What can be inferred about Albert's character from the story?
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What does Scarlett's reaction to Albert's comment about 'looking after' her reveal about her?
What does Scarlett's reaction to Albert's comment about 'looking after' her reveal about her?
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What is the significance of the 'Tainted' mentioned in the story?
What is the significance of the 'Tainted' mentioned in the story?
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Why does Albert believe he will hear the popping noise of his arms being pulled off?
Why does Albert believe he will hear the popping noise of his arms being pulled off?
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What does Scarlett's action of saving Albert from the bear reveal about her character?
What does Scarlett's action of saving Albert from the bear reveal about her character?
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What is the author's likely intention in including the scene where Albert asks if he can 'look after' Scarlett?
What is the author's likely intention in including the scene where Albert asks if he can 'look after' Scarlett?
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What can be inferred from the story about the setting or environment?
What can be inferred from the story about the setting or environment?
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What is the main conflict between Albert and Scarlett?
What is the main conflict between Albert and Scarlett?
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Flashcards
Mr. Appleby's power
Mr. Appleby's power
Mr. Appleby represents authority and control in Cheltenham.
Cages in Cheltenham
Cages in Cheltenham
Cages are for imprisoning petty criminals as punishment.
The Tainted
The Tainted
Mysterious entities that may abduct people in the woods.
The girl's confidence
The girl's confidence
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Safe combination
Safe combination
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Mr. Appleby's distraction
Mr. Appleby's distraction
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Cocked gun
Cocked gun
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Bubble popping
Bubble popping
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Mr. Appleby's Attack
Mr. Appleby's Attack
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The Girl's Escape
The Girl's Escape
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Mr. Apple's Injury
Mr. Apple's Injury
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The Bicycle Chase
The Bicycle Chase
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Cheltenham Pursuit
Cheltenham Pursuit
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Successful Outlaw Strategy
Successful Outlaw Strategy
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Descriptive Imagery
Descriptive Imagery
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Scarlett McCain's Observation
Scarlett McCain's Observation
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Albert's Fear
Albert's Fear
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Scarlett's Anger
Scarlett's Anger
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The Deep Forest
The Deep Forest
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Evasiveness in dialogue
Evasiveness in dialogue
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Imminent Violence
Imminent Violence
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Two vs. One Logic
Two vs. One Logic
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Albert's Apology
Albert's Apology
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Burden of Rescue
Burden of Rescue
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Scarlett's Pursuit
Scarlett's Pursuit
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Albert's Exhaustion
Albert's Exhaustion
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Knotweed's Environment
Knotweed's Environment
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Mushroom Foraging
Mushroom Foraging
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Mist in the Forest
Mist in the Forest
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Quiet Dawn
Quiet Dawn
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Chase Tactics
Chase Tactics
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Scarlett's Compass
Scarlett's Compass
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Albert Browne
Albert Browne
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Scarlett McCain
Scarlett McCain
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Deceptive appearances
Deceptive appearances
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Lacerations
Lacerations
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Waiting for a bus
Waiting for a bus
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Entering the forest
Entering the forest
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Bear blood
Bear blood
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Threats in the woods
Threats in the woods
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Scarlett's anxiety
Scarlett's anxiety
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Albert's perspective
Albert's perspective
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Movement description
Movement description
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Half-dark setting
Half-dark setting
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Ruins of settlement
Ruins of settlement
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Knotweed imagery
Knotweed imagery
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Distressing reminders
Distressing reminders
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Pursuit realization
Pursuit realization
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Study Notes
Book Title and Author
- Title: The Outlaws Scarlett & Browne
- Author: Jonathan Stroud
Content Outline
- The book is divided into four sections: The Wilds, The Town, The River, and The Isles.
- Each section contains chapters, numbered 1-26, for example.
- The book details the daring exploits and audacious crimes of Scarlett and Browne.
- Other page numbers from 27 to 29 are about the author and copyright.
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This quiz delves into the narrative techniques and character dynamics found in the text about Scarlett and Albert. Participants will explore descriptive imagery, character motivations, and thematic elements that highlight the story's atmosphere. Reflect on significant details that shape the reader's understanding of the characters and their environment.