252 Questions
Why was Evan allowed to sit in the front seat for the first time?
He was ten and tall for his age
Why did Jessie feel different about the trip to Grandma's house this time?
Evan was sitting in the front seat
What did Jessie usually enjoy doing during the drive to Grandma's house?
Counting cows, hawks, and Mini Coopers
Why did Mrs. Treski estimate 'another hour' when Jessie asked how much longer?
They had already been driving for three hours
What does Pete estimate for the repairs in the house?
A few weeks or a month
Why does Mrs. Treski decline Pete's offer to bring space heaters?
Expresses preference for the stove
What changes the plan to pick up Grandma from the hospital?
A snowstorm
What is Jessie doing while Pete and Evan work on the furnace in the basement?
Reading by the wood stove and eating powdered doughnuts
What is Mrs. Treski searching for among wet papers in a room with a hole in the floor?
Grandma's homeowner's insurance policy
What does Jessie find while searching for Grandma's books?
Her favorite book, 'The Big Book of Bells'
What does Jessie start reading about on the couch?
The largest bell in the world
What does the story mainly focus on?
A family dealing with unexpected challenges
What is highlighted in the setting description?
The impact of the snowstorm and the efforts to address the house's issues
What do the characters' actions and reactions reveal?
Their resilience and determination to overcome the obstacles they encounter
What did Jessie decide to do with the bag of candy called 'Moose Droppings'?
She decided not to buy it
Why did Jessie's mother become impatient at the store?
Jessie was spending too much time browsing postcards
What did Evan call the old man at the store?
Crazy
What did Jessie wonder about old people's behavior?
Why old people act differently
What surprised the family when they arrived at Grandma's house?
The hole in the back kitchen wall
What did Jessie want to buy for Grandma at the store?
A challenging jellybean puzzle
What did Jessie's mother suggest about the puzzle for Grandma?
They could work on it with Grandma when she returns from the hospital
What did the old man talk about at the store?
His experiences at the Olympic Stadium
Why did Evan pull Jessie away from the old man at the store?
He called the old man crazy
What did Jessie find intriguing at the store?
A challenging jellybean puzzle
What did Jessie do with the bag of candy called 'Moose Droppings'?
She decided not to buy it
What did the family find when they arrived at Grandma's house?
The hole in the back kitchen wall
What did Evan find in his room?
A hole in the floor
Where was Evan advised to sleep temporarily?
Grandma's room
What was the reason for the vulnerability of the house?
The hole in the wall
Who arrived to inspect the damage?
Pete
Where did Pete go after meeting Evan's mom?
To the basement to turn the electricity on
How was Pete described when he arrived?
Tall and thin
Why was Evan's mom unable to handle the situation?
She was surprised
What was the condition of Evan's room due to the broken windows?
Covered in shards and snow
How did Evan and his sister feel about the situation?
Puzzled
Where was Evan suggested to sleep due to the wood-burning stove?
Living room couch
What was the condition of the kitchen wall?
Large hole with blackened edges
How did Evan feel after meeting Pete?
Relieved
What disrupted Jessie and Evan's plans for their trip to their grandmother's house?
A fire incident
What tradition was altered due to the fire incident?
Ringing the old iron bell on Lovell's Hill
What did Jessie do with the money she made from the lemonade war?
Donated a portion to the Animal Rescue League
What did Jessie's mother suggest initially regarding the Crossroads Store?
Driving straight through without stopping
What did the Crossroads Store offer?
A variety of items and services
What did Jessie reminisce about during the trip?
Past New Year's Eves and ringing the bell
Why was Jessie disappointed with the trip?
She worried they might not spend New Year's Eve at their grandmother's house
What was Evan's attitude towards stopping at the Crossroads Store?
He seemed uninterested
What did Jessie wish she could do at the Crossroads Store?
Buy more things
What did the store have that Jessie found interesting?
A post office
What did Jessie do with the money she made from the lemonade war?
Donated a portion to the Animal Rescue League
Why did Jessie's mother decide to stop at the Crossroads Store despite initial reluctance?
To take a break
Why did the plan to pick up Grandma from the hospital have to change?
The car battery was dead due to a light being left on
What did the snow turn the whole world into overnight?
A scene from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Why did Jessie's mother decide they would stay through New Year's Day?
To ensure Grandma was settled after being discharged from the hospital
How did Evan feel after Pete suggested that he would help the next day?
He wasn't so desperate to leave Grandma's house
What did Grandma express a strong desire for upon arriving home?
A cup of green tea
What activity did Grandma and Jessie engage in together?
Starting a challenging puzzle
What did Grandma reminisce about regarding starting puzzles?
Finding the four corners
What was Grandma's behavior like the morning after sleeping well?
More like herself
What did Grandma struggle with while working on the puzzle?
The similarity of the pieces
What did Grandma seem disoriented about upon arriving home?
The recent fire in the kitchen
Who else was present when Grandma arrived home?
Jessie and Maxwell
What did Grandma struggle to settle her gaze on?
Anything
What did Evan try to reassure his grandmother about?
Fixing the kitchen
What did Grandma and Jessie use as a bonding activity?
Starting a challenging puzzle
What did Grandma not recognize Evan about?
Fixing the kitchen
What did Grandma express disorientation about?
The recent fire in the kitchen
What is the main concern of Evan and Jessie?
Finding their grandmother's missing bell before New Year's Eve
Who arrives and introduces himself as smart?
Maxwell
What is the setting of the story?
A construction site and a family home
What do the characters' personalities and relationships reveal?
Their concern for their grandmother's missing bell
Who claims that the New Year's Eve bell is missing?
Jessie
What does Jessie show Evan regarding the missing bell?
A letter stating the bell's worth
What does Pete inform Evan about his plans?
He will continue working on the construction the next day
What is evident about Evan's eagerness?
His eagerness to continue working on the construction
Who arrives home in the story?
Evan's grandmother
What is the focus of the text?
The mystery of the missing bell and the interaction between the characters
What do Evan and Pete clean up from their construction work?
Sawdust and debris
What do Jessie and Maxwell talk about?
Their activities with their grandmother
What did Jessie and Evan use to build the tepee in the woods?
Pine branches and a waterproof tarp
Who did Jessie encounter while snowshoeing in the woods?
Maxwell
What did Maxwell discover while in the woods?
Grandma's house on fire
What did Jessie use as a marker to find the tepee in the woods?
The Lightning Tree
Where did Jessie and Maxwell reach during their encounter in the woods?
The top of Lovell's Hill
Who worked to repair a hole in the wall at Grandma's house?
Evan and Pete
What did Evan and Jessie give to Grandma for her use?
A tepee in the woods
What themes are involved in the story?
Building, exploration, and unexpected encounters in the woods
What did Jessie notice missing from the wooden crossbeam at the top of Lovell's Hill?
The bell
Who alerted the fire department about Grandma's house being on fire?
Maxwell
What did Grandma find the tepee to be when she frequently checked on it?
A nice place to rest
What did Jessie feel when inside the tepee in the woods?
Safe and hidden
What does Jessie find in her grandmother's bookcase that holds sentimental value to her?
A special book about bells
What disrupts Jessie's plan to visit Lovell's Hill?
Her mother needing to pick up Grandma from the hospital
What does Mrs. Treski need to pick up from the hospital, causing a delay in getting a new car battery?
Grandma
What does Jessie find intriguing in the store?
A bag of candy called 'Moose Droppings'
What does Jessie reminisce about during the trip?
Building a tepee with Evan in the woods the previous summer
What is Mrs. Treski searching for among wet papers after a fire?
Grandma's homeowner's insurance policy
What does Jessie spend the morning doing?
Reading by the wood stove and eating powdered doughnuts
What does Jessie plan to do after exploring the snowy woods?
Visit Lovell's Hill to see Grandma's bell
What does Jessie do with the money she made from the lemonade war?
Saves it for a special purchase
What does Evan do while Pete and Jessie's mother work on the furnace in the basement?
Helping Pete
What does Mrs. Treski need due to a delay in picking up Grandma from the hospital?
A new car battery
What does Jessie find in the special book she discovers in her grandmother's bookcase?
Information about bells and their components
What did Jessie receive as a Christmas gift from Grandma?
A calligraphy pen and two jars of metallic ink
What did Evan receive as a Christmas gift from Grandma?
A magic set
What did Jessie and Grandma struggle with when they started working on the jigsaw puzzle?
Turning each puzzle piece right side up
What did the puzzle pieces look like to Jessie when they were spread out on the table?
They all looked the same
What year was the New Year's Eve bell put in place by Jessie's great-grandfather?
1884
Who engaged in a conversation with Jessie about politeness and rules?
Maxwell
What does the bell weigh approximately?
Around a hundred pounds
Who impressively solved the middle part of the puzzle?
Maxwell
What does Jessie suspect her grandmother may have done recently?
Taken the bell down
What is the inscription on the New Year's Eve bell?
THE JONES TROY BELL FOUNDRY COMPANY, TROY, N.Y. 1884
Who is known to be the best at puzzles in Jessie's family?
Jessie
What does Maxwell attribute his puzzle-solving skills to?
Being smart
Who started a puzzle by finding the four corner pieces and building the outside frame?
Jessie and her Grandma
Who does Jessie suspect may have taken the bell down recently?
Her grandmother
What does the inscription on the bell reveal about its origin?
It was made by THE JONES TROY BELL FOUNDRY COMPANY in 1884
Who denies taking the bell down when Jessie suspects her?
Grandmother
What does Evan recall about feeding the chickens that surprises his grandmother?
The specific details of their feeding routine
What does Evan pretend to do in the kitchen to distract his grandmother?
Go feed the chickens
How does Evan's behavior appear to Jessie?
Unusual and scared
What does Evan reveal to Jessie when confronted about his actions?
His grandmother is experiencing memory loss
How are the family dynamics affected by Grandma's memory loss?
Causing confusion and concern
What is Maxwell engrossed in while Evan is helping his grandmother?
Watching TV and planning a spy mission
What does Grandma insist on doing, despite the fact that they no longer have any?
Feeding the chickens
What does Jessie confront Evan about?
His actions
How does Evan feel when he urgently calls for his mother and disappears into the kitchen with her?
Scared
What does Evan do when Mrs. Treski leads Grandma out of the kitchen?
Pretends to go feed the chickens
What is the impact of Grandma's memory loss on the family?
Causing confusion and concern
What does Evan's grandmother insist on doing in the kitchen, despite the fact that they no longer have any?
Feeding the chickens
What inspired Jessie and Maxwell to become real secret agents?
Watching the TV show 'Get Smart'
What instruction did Evan's mother give him before going on a walk with Grandma?
To keep Grandma away from Black Bear Mountain
What does Maxwell explain about his name, Maxwell Smart?
It's a joke because Mrs. Joyce always calls him 'smart'
What does Grandma accuse Evan of when they reach Lovell's Hill?
Stealing the bell
What does the TV show 'Get Smart' feature?
A confident secret agent, Maxwell Smart, and his colleague Agent 99
What is Evan's emotional state after the encounter with Grandma at Lovell's Hill?
Panicked and unsure
Who expresses reluctance to take Grandma for a walk?
Evan
What is the predominant atmosphere created by the narrative in the story?
Mysterious and eerie
What does Evan remember about a conversation in the kitchen with his grandmother?
A discussion about secret agent aspirations
What is the main cause of tension in the story as the characters navigate the snowy woods?
Grandma's disorientation
What does the text set the stage for?
A potential mystery involving Grandma's unusual behavior
What does Evan struggle to convince Grandma of at Lovell's Hill?
His identity
What is the story a blend of?
A children's adventure and a family mystery
What does Evan talk about during the walk with Grandma through the woods?
His repair work
What does the text provide insight into?
The characters' personalities and dynamics
What is Grandma's reaction upon reaching Lovell's Hill?
Accusing Evan of theft
What are Evan and Pete fixing when Mrs. Treski asks Evan to take Grandma for a walk?
Holes in the roof
What is Evan's initial attitude towards going on a walk with Grandma?
Hesitant
What do Jessie and Maxwell watch together?
The first episode of 'Get Smart'
What does the text use to convey the characters' emotions and the setting's atmosphere?
Vivid descriptions
What does Maxwell dislike?
Nicknames
What does Grandma become increasingly as they walk through the woods?
Disoriented
What does Jessie suggest after being inspired by the TV show?
To become real secret agents and solve a crime
What does Evan's mother ask him to do while on the walk with Grandma?
Take care of Grandma
What did Evan do after finding his missing boot?
Hastened out the back door to the front yard
What were Jessie and Maxwell doing at Maxwell's house?
Planning a stakeout for New Year's Eve
What materials did Maxwell have in his room for planning the stakeout?
Paper, markers, colored pencils, rulers, protractors
What did Evan do when Grandma decided to go outside?
Offered to come with her
What does Jessie do to avoid getting caught while spying on the boys in the barn?
She avoids spying from the open door
What does Jessie see the boys doing inside the barn?
Nailing something to a board in a stall used for storing firewood
What does Jessie realize about the boys' activities in the barn?
They are not being mean and are building something new
What does Maxwell do when he joins Jessie in the barn?
He whispers questions about what the boys are doing
What do the boys use to make a whirring noise inside the barn?
Spools spun on nails
What item does Mike hold up inside the barn?
A live frog
Who are the four neighboring houses near Grandma's house?
The Uptons', Mrs. Lewis's, Maxwell's, and the old Jansen house
What do Jessie and Maxwell borrow for their stakeout?
Binoculars from Maxwell's mom
What do Jessie and Maxwell hide behind during the stakeout?
Pine trees near the Sinclairs' house
What show does Jessie reference to persuade Maxwell to join the stakeout?
'Get Smart'
What did Maxwell overhear the Sinclairs discussing?
Taking Grandma's bell on December 8th at 2:23 p.m.
What is the main focus of the narrative?
Friendship dynamics and the children's detective work
What does the text highlight about the children's efforts to solve the mystery?
Their determination and resourcefulness
What does Maxwell initially refuse to do?
Join the stakeout
Who does Maxwell describe as 'mean boys'?
The Sinclairs
Where does Grandma's house locate?
In a sparsely populated area
What does the story involve?
A mystery and the children's detective work
What does Maxwell do after Jessie's persuasion?
Agrees to join the stakeout
What do Jessie and Maxwell witness while attempting to spy on a suspect?
A commotion inside the house
Why is Evan hesitant to call out for his grandma in the woods?
He fears she might be afraid of him or hide
What does Pete suggest as part of the plan to search for Evan's grandma?
Someone stay at the house
What does the text emphasize about the characters' emotions and concerns?
The urgency of finding Evan's grandma
What does the descriptive language in the text illustrate?
The cold, dark, and dangerous conditions of the search
What does Evan worry about while running towards the road?
His grandma's safety and the possibility of her being hit by a car in the dark
What does Evan agree to do as part of the plan to search for his grandma?
Stay at the house
What does Pete's truck approaching prompt Evan to do?
Explain the situation to Pete
What does the text highlight about the characters' determination?
Their willingness to take action to address the situation
What does the area where Evan's grandma went missing look like?
Filled with tall pine trees and shifting shadows
What do Jessie and Maxwell find when they peek through the windows of the house?
Nothing
What are the conditions of the search for Evan's grandma described as?
Cold, dark, and dangerous
What is Evan's responsibility while waiting for his grandmother?
To call the police if needed
What compels Evan's grandmother to sometimes wander off?
Voices that 'call' to her
What do Jessie and Maxwell witness two boys carrying towards the barn?
A shoebox and a hammer
What is Maxwell hesitant about, but Jessie is determined to do?
Investigating the barn
What event concludes the chapter and adds urgency to the story?
The sound of shattering glass
What does Evan feel guilty about regarding his grandmother?
Not stopping her from going for a walk
What does Evan realize he needs Jessie's help for?
To find his grandmother
What do Jessie and Maxwell decide to investigate in the barn?
A hidden compartment where the bell might be
What do Jessie and Maxwell witness two boys carrying towards the barn?
A shoebox and a hammer
What does the text convey as the search for the missing grandmother and the bell intensifies?
A sense of urgency and tension
What compels Evan's grandmother to sometimes wander off?
Voices that 'call' to her
What does Maxwell hesitate about, but Jessie is determined to do?
Investigating the barn
What did the older boy accuse Jessie and Evan of doing on their property?
Torturing a frog
What did Maxwell and Jessie witness the boys doing in the barn?
Torturing a frog
What did Evan find sickening despite his tough nature?
Hurting a real animal
What did the older boy claim they could do on their property?
Torture animals
What does Jessie threaten to do to get the boys' mother to come out?
Break the barn windows
What do Evan and Jessie find hanging in the barn after the confrontation?
A frog
What does Evan intend to do when he thinks the frog might be permanently damaged?
Put the frog out of its misery
What do Evan and Jessie use to navigate in the dark when they head back to Lovell's Hill?
A flashlight
What does Jessie feel like after the stakeout at Lovell's Hill?
A failed spy
What action does Evan take against the boys during the confrontation?
He shoves one of the boys to the ground
What compels the boys to eventually back off during the confrontation?
Their mother's call
What does Jessie display during the confrontation with the boys?
Fearlessness when it comes to justice
What do Evan and Jessie worry about regarding the frog they find in the barn?
That it might be permanently damaged
What do Evan and Jessie try to save in the barn after the confrontation?
A frog
What do the boys do when Jessie threatens to break the barn windows?
They back off
What does Evan do when one of the boys tries to prevent them from entering the barn?
He shoves the boy to the ground
What does Evan do to convince Grandma to walk with him?
He claims to be a bus company employee
What does Evan do after watching Grandma enter her house?
He assures Jessie that Grandma is fine
What decision does Jessie make at the end of the summary?
She decides to reveal everything to Mrs. Cooper
What does Evan feel after reaching Grandma's house?
Exhausted
Who insists on visiting Maxwell after the events at Grandma's house?
Jessie
What does Grandma plan to do after finding out about the broken buses?
Write a letter of complaint
What does Jessie decide to tell Mrs. Cooper at the end of the summary?
The whole story, including the part about spying
What does Evan do to help Grandma reminisce about her youth?
Points out familiar landmarks
How does Grandma react to the situation with the broken buses?
In disbelief
What does Evan pose as to convince Grandma to walk with him?
A bus company employee
What does Jessie do after deciding to reveal everything to Mrs. Cooper?
Sit with Mrs. Cooper and contemplate the events of the day
What does Evan assure Jessie after watching Grandma enter her house?
That Grandma is fine, though different
What did the siblings use in their search for Grandma?
Flashlights and snowshoes
Where did the siblings reach, still unable to find Grandma?
The top of Lovell's Hill
What did Jessie realize about Grandma's possible location?
She might seek a warm and safe place
What landmark were the siblings struggling to find?
The tepee
What did Evan express upon reaching the top of Lovell's Hill?
Fear and concern for Grandma being alone in the dark
What is the condition of the woods as described in the text?
Silent and pitch-black
What is mentioned as Grandma's favorite walk, leading to Black Bear Mountain?
Black Bear Mountain
What did the heavy snowfall do to the search?
Made it difficult
What did Jessie believe she knows about Grandma's possible location?
Where Grandma might be
What was Evan's emotional state after the encounter with Grandma at Lovell's Hill?
Fearful and concerned
What did the woods appear to be as described in the text?
Silent and pitch-black
What did the siblings struggle to find in their search for Grandma?
The tepee
What do Evan and Jessie find near the tepee?
A burnt Lightning Tree with a single stubby branch
Why is Evan hesitant to look inside the tepee?
He fears what they might find inside
What is Evan's grandmother's initial state when they find her in the tepee?
Confused and waiting for a bus
How does Jessie react when they find Evan's grandmother in the tepee?
She becomes emotional and expresses frustration
What does Evan wish he could do for his grandmother?
Make a bus appear for her
What does the story primarily emphasize?
Challenges and emotions involved in caring for a loved one with dementia
What does Jessie suggest when they struggle to locate the tepee?
Create a systematic approach to their search
How does Evan console and encourage Jessie?
Explaining that they have to accept the situation
What does Evan's grandmother appear to feel upon hearing the news about the bus?
Happy
What does the Lightning Tree near the tepee look like?
It has a burnt appearance and a single stubby branch
What is the primary emotion expressed by Jessie upon finding Evan's grandmother?
Frustration
What is Evan's reaction upon realizing they have to accept the situation?
He enters the tepee to comfort his grandmother
Study Notes
Unexpected Changes and a Stop at the Crossroads Store
- Jessie and her brother Evan used to enjoy spotting landmarks on their trip, but Evan seemed disinterested this year.
- They were driving to their grandmother's house after a fire incident disrupted their plans.
- The fire had altered their New Year's Eve tradition of ringing the old iron bell on Lovell's Hill.
- Jessie reminisced about the past New Year's Eves and the joy of ringing the bell.
- Jessie worried they might not spend New Year's Eve at their grandmother's house.
- Jessie's mother suggested driving straight through without stopping at the Crossroads Store.
- The Crossroads Store was a unique place, offering a variety of items and services.
- Jessie only had five dollars with her, and she wished she could buy more things at the store.
- Jessie had made money from the lemonade war and donated a portion to the Animal Rescue League.
- The store had a post office, and Jessie could spend hours browsing its offerings.
- Jessie's disappointment with the trip was evident, while Evan seemed uninterested in stopping at the store.
- Despite initial reluctance, Jessie's mother decided to stop at the Crossroads Store for a break.
A Day in the Life of Jessie Treski
- Jessie spends the morning reading by the wood stove and eating powdered doughnuts brought by Pete
- Pete and Evan are in the basement fixing the furnace, causing loud noises and occasional laughter
- Mrs. Treski is searching for Grandma's homeowner's insurance policy in boxes of wet papers after a fire
- Jessie is drawn to her grandmother's bookcase filled with books that hold sentimental value to her
- She finds a special book, "The Big Book of Bells," with a photo of Grandma's bell, a significant item to Jessie
- Despite the chaos, Jessie spends hours engrossed in the book, learning about bells and their components
- Mrs. Treski needs a new car battery but faces a delay due to needing to pick up her mother from the hospital
- Jessie tries to engage Evan in playing in the snow, but he is preoccupied with helping Pete
- Mrs. Treski leaves to pick up Grandma from the hospital, leaving Jessie to explore the snowy woods
- Jessie reminisces about building a tepee with Evan in the woods the previous summer
- She ventures into the woods on snowshoes, imagining herself in a magical, wintery world
- Jessie plans to visit Lovell's Hill to see Grandma's bell, but first, she checks on the tepee they built
Unexpected Encounter in the Woods
- Evan is hesitant to go on a walk with Grandma but agrees to accompany her.
- Evan's mother instructs him to take care of Grandma and to keep her away from a certain hill and bell.
- Evan and Grandma take a walk through the woods towards Black Bear Mountain.
- Evan talks about his repair work, but Grandma remains mostly silent.
- As they walk, Grandma becomes determined to reach a specific hill despite the fading light.
- Upon reaching the hill, Evan realizes they are at Lovell's Hill, where a bell used to hang.
- Grandma accuses Evan of taking the bell and becomes disoriented, mistaking Evan for a thief.
- Evan struggles to convince Grandma of his identity and to get her to go home, but she falls backwards in the snow.
- The encounter leaves Evan feeling panicked and unsure of how to help Grandma.
- The story is filled with tension and a sense of foreboding as the characters navigate the snowy woods.
- The narrative creates a mysterious and eerie atmosphere, especially as Grandma becomes increasingly disoriented.
- The text uses vivid descriptions to convey the characters' emotions and the setting's atmosphere.
The Disappearance of Grandma and the Search for the Bell
- Evan is left in charge of waiting for his grandmother and calling the police if needed
- Pete decides to drive into town to find Evan's mother, leaving Evan alone at home
- Evan feels guilty for not stopping his grandmother from going for a walk
- Evan recalls that sometimes things "call" to his grandmother and she has to follow their voices
- Evan goes into the woods to search for his grandmother and finds the old oak crossbeam empty
- Evan reflects on missing his absent father and realizes he needs Jessie's help to find his grandmother
- Jessie and Maxwell witness two boys running towards the barn carrying a shoebox and a hammer
- Jessie and Maxwell decide to investigate the barn to find a potential secret compartment where the bell might be hidden
- Maxwell is hesitant about investigating the barn, but Jessie is determined to find the bell
- The chapter ends with Jessie and Maxwell deciding to go see what the boys are doing in the barn
- The text conveys a sense of urgency and tension as the search for the missing grandmother and the bell intensifies
- The chapter ends with a scream and the sound of shattering glass coming from the direction of the little bridge that crosses Deer Brook
Rescue Mission in the Woods
- Evan and Jessie search for a tepee in the woods to find Evan's grandmother, who is old and has a broken wrist
- They struggle to locate the tepee, fearing for the grandmother's survival
- Jessie suggests they create a systematic approach to their search
- They find the tepee near the Lightning Tree, which has a burnt appearance and a single stubby branch
- Evan is hesitant to look inside the tepee, fearing what they might find
- They find Evan's grandmother sitting inside the tepee, confused and waiting for a bus
- Jessie becomes emotional and expresses her frustration with her grandmother's condition
- Evan consoles and encourages Jessie, explaining that they have to accept the situation
- Evan enters the tepee and comforts his grandmother, who is relieved when he tells her the bus won't come due to a flat tire
- Evan's grandmother appears happy upon hearing the news about the bus
- Evan wishes he could make a bus appear for his grandmother
- The story highlights the challenges and emotions involved in caring for a loved one with dementia
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