The Door in the Wall by Marguerite de Angeli Comprehension Questions
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What was the sound that Robin found deafening?

the sound of the bells ringing the hour of Nones

Where were the nearest bells located?

St. Mary le Bow

What was expected of Robin as the son of his father?

to be sent away from his mother and father to live in the household of another knight, where he would learn all the ways of knighthood

What advice did Robin's father give him before riding off to the Scottish wars?

<p>to forget not to be brave</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who helps Robin build a toy boat and teaches him woodworking skills?

<p>Brother Luke</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin feel excited to create for himself in the monastery?

<p>a toy boat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brother Luke suggest Robin make to practice patience?

<p>a simple cross</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin carve from wood with the guidance of Brother Luke?

<p>a cross</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Brother Luke spend time where writing is done?

<p>the scriptorium</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin wish to learn to read and write on?

<p>handwritten manuscripts on parchment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Robin ask to teach him to write?

<p>Brother Luke</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Brother Luke take Robin for prayer?

<p>the chapel</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do crowded passages in the monastery provide a glimpse into?

<p>the daily life, activities, and interactions within the monastery</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of individuals are being cared for by the monks and sisters in the monastery?

<p>sick, poor, and orphaned individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who playfully smacks Robin and salutes him in the monastery?

<p>a boy on crutches</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the encounters in the monastery highlight about Robin?

<p>his gradual adaptation and growing curiosity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who takes care of Robin in the medieval monastery?

<p>Brother Luke</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Robin transported to the monastery?

<p>On a horse, carried by Brother Luke</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brother Luke encourage Robin to engage in to pass the time?

<p>Wood whittling</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin become excited about making?

<p>A boat out of a piece of pine</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the arrival of May described in the text?

<p>With blooming flowers in the fields</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the hospice within the monastery described?

<p>As a bustling place with many visitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin feel despite the activity in the monastery?

<p>Isolated and alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brother Luke explain to Robin about the soup?

<p>The nutritional and medicinal value</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text depict about the daily life and care of Robin in the medieval monastery?

<p>The daily life and care of Robin by Brother Luke</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin become accustomed to within the monastery?

<p>The regular activities and sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin initially express fear about?

<p>Returning home</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin initially feel like in the monastery?

<p>A little child</p> Signup and view all the answers

What illness does Robin suffer from?

<p>Robin becomes ill and is unable to move his legs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is supposed to take Robin to Sir Peter de Lindsay?

<p>John-the-Fletcher is supposed to take Robin to Sir Peter de Lindsay.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin guess about the street below despite being unable to see out of the window?

<p>Robin can guess what's happening in the street below.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Robin anticipate bringing him food?

<p>Robin anticipates Dame Ellen bringing him food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin do with the porridge Ellen brought?

<p>Robin flings the porridge Ellen brought.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Ellen react when Robin flings the porridge?

<p>Ellen leaves in anger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin wish for while refusing to eat the food Ellen brought?

<p>Robin wishes his mother were there to care for him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin feel after Ellen leaves in anger?

<p>Robin feels ashamed after Ellen leaves in anger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Robin wait for to bring him something he likes?

<p>Robin waits for Ellen to return with something he likes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin do while waiting for Ellen's return?

<p>Robin spends hours examining the carvings in the hall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Robin feel while waiting and examining the carvings?

<p>Robin grows weary and wishes for Ellen's return while waiting and examining the carvings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for Robin's departure from his mother?

<p>Robin is to leave his mother and be taken to Sir Peter de Lindsay by John-the-Fletcher due to spreading plague.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the protagonist's name in the text?

<p>Robin</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Robin's condition at the beginning of the text?

<p>bedridden</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives to care for Robin?

<p>Brother Luke</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the household unusually silent?

<p>affected by the plague</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Brother Luke plan to take Robin due to lack of space at the hospice?

<p>St. Mark's</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Robin unable to walk?

<p>inability to walk</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Robin's family absent?

<p>Scottish wars and royal obligations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brother Luke assure Robin he will support him on for the journey?

<p>a jennet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brother Luke emphasize the importance of finding in order to reach their destination?

<p>a door in any wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the friar provide Robin with while preparing him for the journey?

<p>warm clothing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply in the interactions between Robin and Brother Luke?

<p>a sense of trust and hope</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the detailed description of the friar's care for Robin emphasize?

<p>the kindness and expertise he brings to the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the text, who offers to carry Robin's letter to his father, and who is the minstrel accompanying the soldiers to the Scottish border?

<p>Brother Luke offers to carry Robin's letter to his father, and the minstrel accompanying the soldiers is John-go-in-the-Wynd.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brother Luke arrange on the desk for Robin, and what does he dictate to the monk for the letter?

<p>Brother Luke arranges pen, inkpot, and parchment on the desk for Robin, and he dictates the words for the letter, 'Sir John de Bureford from his son Robin—Greeting It is a fine thing that your son Robin is left to the care of strangers. Had it not been for Brother Luke, who is writing this letter, I should be dead.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Robin feel about learning to write and sending a letter to his father, and what promise does Brother Luke make to him?

<p>Robin feels excited about learning to write and sending a letter to his father. Brother Luke promises to teach Robin to write and make letters as he had promised.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brother Luke explain about the soldiers and the minstrel, and what does he bring for Robin to pen a letter to his father?

<p>Brother Luke explains that a hundred men at arms and a hundred foot soldiers are leaving for the Scottish border, accompanied by a minstrel known as John-go-in-the-Wynd. He brings quill and parchment for Robin to pen a letter to his father.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who takes care of Robin when his mother is called to attend the Queen at Windsor?

<p>Dame Ellen</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brother Luke teach Robin to do at St. Mark’s?

<p>read and write</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin become interested in after learning about stars and ancient civilizations from Brother Hubert?

<p>history</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Brother Luke encourage Robin to carve for a poor girl?

<p>a doll</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who interrupts Robin and Brother Luke's fishing trip?

<p>Geoffrey Atte-Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the challenges and experiences depicted in the text?

<p>impact of illness, bond between Robin and Brother Luke, desire for normalcy and inclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who provides leather and hair to repair Robin's crutches?

<p>The Bracegirdler</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin wear while singing with the monks in the chantry?

<p>A scarlet cassock and white linen cotta</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who brings a letter from Robin's father, reporting on battles and Robin's health?

<p>John-go-in-the-Wynd</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who arranges for Robin's journey with Brother Luke and John-go-in-the-Wynd due to his illness?

<p>Robin's father</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is provided for Robin to ride in for his journey?

<p>A chair-saddle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who promises to repair Robin's clothing before his departure?

<p>Dame Agnes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the saddlebags filled with for the journey?

<p>Clothing and food, including bacon, cheese, fruits, and a pasty</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who provides fruits from the garden and emphasizes being thankful for God's gifts?

<p>Brother Michael</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who gives orders for certain foods to be put aside for the journey?

<p>The Prior</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text vividly describe in relation to young Robin?

<p>The setting and the journey preparations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who advises Robin to go to the city with caution?

<p>Brother Luke</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the wealthy share with their neighbors during Midsummer Eve?

<p>Food and drink</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of the three main characters embarking on the journey to London?

<p>Robin, John-go-in-the-Wynd, Brother Luke</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes the travelers to take refuge under a beech tree during their journey?

<p>Sudden shower</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of entertainment does the minstrel provide to the travelers?

<p>Song</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do the travelers aim to reach the White Swan inn by nightfall?

<p>To avoid danger from cutpurses and roisterers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who provides directions to the next village for the travelers?

<p>A peasant</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes confusion for the travelers as they reach a fork in the road?

<p>No signpost</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the travelers uncertain about as they reach the fork in the road?

<p>The correct route to Oxford</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the characters debate about as they reach the fork with no signpost?

<p>Taking the right fork</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the text 'Journey to London Summary'?

<p>To describe the journey of the main characters as they encounter various characters and situations on their way to London</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activities does Robin engage in at the brook besides swimming?

<p>Robin enjoys teaching other boys to make boats and playing games with them at the brook.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin realize about his future when thinking about using crutches?

<p>Robin realizes that using crutches means he won't be able to fulfill his father's expectation of becoming a knight, causing him distress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Robin's swimming skills progress over time?

<p>His swimming skills improve, and he starts to dive and play tricks on the friar in the water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What secret ability does Robin develop, indicating his improving health?

<p>Secretly, Robin is able to bear weight on his feet, a sign of his improving health.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activity does Robin express a desire to take part in, and how does he achieve it?

<p>He expresses a desire to take part in making his crutches, and with support, he is able to shape the wood himself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Robin utilize his strength from swimming to contribute to making his crutches?

<p>Robin's strength from swimming helps him shape the oak wood for his crutches over several weeks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What emotion does Robin feel as he finishes making the crutches?

<p>His excitement grows as he finishes making the crutches and looks forward to trying them out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who brings Robin to the brook for a bath and swimming lessons?

<p>The friar brings Robin to the brook for a bath and swimming lessons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What reassures the friar about Robin's well-being during their interactions at the brook?

<p>Robin's mischief underwater reassures the friar that he is well.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What becomes a daily part of Robin's life in addition to swimming at the brook?

<p>Swimming becomes a daily part of Robin's life, in addition to other activities like carpentry and music.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the friar remind Robin about crutches, providing him with encouragement?

<p>The friar encourages Robin, reminding him that even crutches can be a way forward.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the friar assure Robin about swimming and its impact on his strength?

<p>The friar assures Robin that swimming will help him get stronger and eventually be able to use crutches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did the travelers hope to find accommodation, and what dilemma did they face upon reaching the fork in the road?

<p>The travelers hoped to find accommodation at the White Swan inn, but they faced the dilemma of uncertainty about whether they had taken the right fork in the road.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the weather conditions like during the journey, and how did Brother Luke assist Robin?

<p>The weather conditions included strong winds and spits of rain, which prompted Brother Luke to draw his cowl over his head and put a furred robe around Robin to shield him from the elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Robin express concern about, and how did the friar respond? What did John indicate about their location?

<p>Robin expressed concern about the proximity of the inn and his physical fatigue, to which the friar responded with uncertainty. John indicated that they might have taken the wrong fork in the road.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the travelers react to the approaching inclement weather, and what did they encounter on their journey?

<p>The travelers reacted by plodding on without speaking, and they encountered a lonely peasant cottage but had not yet found the White Swan inn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the castle that Robin, John, and Brother Luke reach at the end of their journey?

<p>Lindsay Castle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who greets Robin, John, and Brother Luke warmly upon their arrival at Lindsay Castle?

<p>Sir Peter and Lady Constance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Sir Peter still recovering from when the travelers are received at Lindsay Castle?

<p>Wounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Lady Constance doing with her children and hounds when the travelers are received at Lindsay Castle?

<p>Embroidering</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the travelers welcomed as honored guests upon entering Lindsay Castle?

<p>Great Hall</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the Welsh-speaking peasants that the travelers encounter on their journey?

<p>Peasants</p> Signup and view all the answers

What layout does John explain to the travelers upon reaching Lindsay Castle?

<p>Layout of the town and castle</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin worry about regarding his reception at Lindsay Castle?

<p>Reception due to his injury and lack of free hands for service</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do Robin, John, and Brother Luke spend the night before continuing their journey to Lindsay Castle?

<p>Woodman's cottage</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the travelers encounter as they journey through the misty hills before reaching Lindsay Castle?

<p>Welsh-speaking peasants and misty hills</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the misty hills reveal as they clear, marking the travelers' final destination?

<p>Lindsay Castle in the distance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the travelers encounter in the forest before reaching Lindsay Castle?

<p>Woodman's cottage</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who overhears the two men planning to steal the money pouch at midnight at the inn?

<p>Robin</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the friar and John-go-in-the-Wynd plan to escape from the inn?

<p>Through the window</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aids did the friar and John-go-in-the-Wynd use to help Robin escape from the inn?

<p>Cloaks and saddlebags</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the friar and John-go-in-the-Wynd manage to escape from the inn without being noticed by the two men?

<p>They help Robin down from the window and escape quietly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the two men at the inn eye on the friar?

<p>The money pouch</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin decide to do upon overhearing the two men's plan?

<p>Wake the friar and John-go-in-the-Wynd to warn them about the impending danger</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the friar and Robin find suspicious about the White Hart inn?

<p>The ill-seeming ruffians and the slatternly goodwife</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the inn have no food to offer, only?

<p>Leather noggins of ale</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the friar and Robin have no choice but to do at the inn due to their tiredness and lack of alternative options?

<p>Stay at the inn</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the two men at the inn suspect when Robin tries to wake the friar without making noise?

<p>A rat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the friar and John-go-in-the-Wynd do to aid in their escape?

<p>Use cloaks and saddlebags</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the two men at the inn decide to do when they suspect a rat?

<p>Wait before taking action</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What activities do the travelers engage in while seeking shelter for the night in the forest?

<p>The travelers make a fire, roast apples, and grill bacon for their dinner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. Who suggests using a hollowed ancient tree trunk for shelter, and what is his reasoning?

<p>Brother Luke suggests using a hollowed ancient tree trunk for shelter, as it provides better protection from the rain and animals than sleeping on the ground.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What do the travelers realize the next morning, and how do they address the situation?

<p>The travelers realize they took the wrong road, and they discuss the consequences of their mistake.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. How do the travelers manage to find their way back to the highroad after realizing their mistake?

<p>They follow a path through the wood to a stream, which leads them back to the highroad.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What do the travelers discuss while stopping at the Shepherd's Bush, and what news does Robin share with the group?

<p>The travelers discuss the plague and wars, and Robin shares news of the King's hope for peace by Christmas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What is the central theme characterizing the travelers' journey in the forest?

<p>The travelers' journey is characterized by challenges, resourcefulness, and discussions about the state of the world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activities did Robin and the travelers witness at the Wychwood Bee Fair?

<p>They witnessed various activities such as jousting, bear baiting, and wrestling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did the travelers stay in Oxford, and what did they observe about the students?

<p>They stayed at St. John’s College, where they observed the eccentricity of the students’ attire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What advice did the abbot provide to the travelers when they reached the abbey?

<p>The abbot advised them on the best route to their destination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did John do to address the rainy weather as they entered a wood at the border?

<p>John built a fire to dry their clothes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What qualities did the travelers display throughout their journey?

<p>They displayed resourcefulness and resilience in facing challenges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative highlight about the relationship between Robin, John, and Brother Luke?

<p>The narrative highlights the camaraderie and companionship between them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What marked the journey experienced by Robin, John, and Brother Luke?

<p>The journey is marked by a sense of adventure and the discovery of new places and experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did the travelers rest for the night after escaping from thieves?

<p>They reached a barn to rest for the night.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Robin want to experience at the Wychwood Bee Fair?

<p>He was fascinated by the fair's offerings, including food, and wanted to experience everything.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the abbot provide to the travelers when they reached the abbey?

<p>The abbot provided them with hospitality and advised them on the best route to their destination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the travelers encounter as they continued their journey through the countryside?

<p>They encountered a cavalcade of horsemen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the travelers do when they entered a wood at the border and encountered rainy weather?

<p>They built a fire to dry their clothes and said a prayer in the woods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. Who found help for Robin at Lord Hugh Fitzhugh's castle, and what did this person do before returning?

<p>John found help for Robin at Lord Hugh Fitzhugh's castle, and he had already set the help on its way before returning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What did the woman offer to bake for Robin, and how did Robin react to her offer?

<p>The woman offered to bake a bannock for Robin, and he grinned in response to her offer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What woke Robin up from his sleep, and who was responsible for the waking?

<p>The sound of the door opening woke Robin up from his sleep, and it was John who was responsible for the waking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What did John tell Robin about the help they had found, and where was the help coming from?

<p>John told Robin that help was already on its way from Lord Hugh Fitzhugh's castle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What musical instruments do John and Robin use to communicate?

<p>bagpipe jig and harp playing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who helps John and Robin escape from the house and enter the church?

<p>the shoemaker</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do John and Robin climb to prepare for the signal?

<p>the church tower</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does John plan to wait after curfew to give the signal?

<p>an hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Robin see after the great bell rings?

<p>moving figures gathering from the slopes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the plan Robin and John have to lift the siege on their town.

<p>Robin and John plan to take a path through the forest to the southeast, past the priory and ford the river to enter the town, and they have a signal with the shoemaker to enter the town through his house on the wall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What obstacles do Robin and John face as they try to reach their destination undetected?

<p>They avoid being seen by Welsh soldiers and carefully observe the sentry's movements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the narrative set the story in a historical context?

<p>The story is set in a historical context, where alliances and feuds play a significant role in the characters' actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sense does the text convey as Robin and John embark on their mission?

<p>The text is filled with a sense of urgency and tension as they try to reach their destination undetected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme characterizing the travelers' journey in the forest?

<p>The central theme characterizing the travelers' journey in the forest is urgency and determination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does John play in the journey to lift the siege?

<p>John carries Robin through the journey and signals their need for the shoemaker using a mournful tune.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does John explain about the soldiers' behavior in guarding the town?

<p>John explains that the soldiers may not be guarding their side of the town due to a family feud between Sir Peter and Sir Hugh.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the plan involving entering the church tower to give the signal for attack?

<p>The plan involving entering the church tower to give the signal for attack is crucial for lifting the siege on their town.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What qualities do Robin and John display as they embark on their mission?

<p>Robin and John display qualities of adventure and determination as they embark on their mission.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text depict the urgency and tension in the characters' actions?

<p>The text vividly describes the urgency and tension as Robin and John try to reach their destination undetected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the forest play in the journey to lift the siege?

<p>The forest serves as a path for Robin and John to reach the town and plays a significant role in their journey to lift the siege.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of alliances and feuds in the characters' actions?

<p>Alliances and feuds play a significant role in the characters' actions, setting the story in a historical context.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives at the castle, leading a company of knights and men at arms?

<p>The King and Robin's father, Sir John.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of celebration takes place in the Hall after the weary travelers briefly retire to rest?

<p>A joyous Christmas Eve celebration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What decorations are used in the Hall for the Christmas Eve celebration?

<p>Holly and spruce.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who sits enthroned in the Hall surrounded by their hosts during the Christmas Eve celebration?

<p>The King and Queen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activities are included in the festivities of the Christmas Eve celebration?

<p>Singing ballads, storytelling, and creating a warm atmosphere.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who prepares Robin for an audience with the King and Queen?

<p>Brother Luke.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event brings joy and merriment to the castle after the long and challenging war?

<p>The joyous Christmas Eve celebration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is overcome with emotion upon reuniting with her son at the castle?

<p>Lady Constance, Robin's mother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who notes how much Robin has grown and embraces his son warmly at the castle?

<p>Sir John, Robin's father.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who shares Robin's excitement about the good news of the King and Sir John's arrival at the castle?

<p>Sir Peter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who, along with Sir John and Lady Maud, sits with the King and Queen, creating a scene of unity and celebration after the long and challenging war?

<p>Sir Peter and Lady Constance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are greeted with great enthusiasm upon their arrival at the castle?

<p>The King and Queen, accompanied by Sir John and Lady Maud.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What musical instruments does Robin make in the carpentry shop at the castle, and what does he learn to play?

<p>Robin makes a viol and finishes a harp in the carpentry shop, and he learns to play the harp.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What does Robin learn to sing in preparation for Christmas, and who teaches him?

<p>Robin learns to sing a carol in preparation for Christmas, and Brother Luke teaches him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What event does Robin hope for his parents to attend at the castle, and why?

<p>Robin hopes for his parents' arrival at the castle for Christmas, as his father had mentioned it in a letter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What upcoming feast is mentioned in the text, and what are Robin and Sir Peter discussing in the armory?

<p>The upcoming feast is the Feast of Thomas the Apostle, and Robin and Sir Peter discuss the ongoing Scottish wars and rumors of returning soldiers in the armory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What is the significance of the surprise attack on the town of Lindsay, and how do the townspeople react after the invaders are routed?

<p>The surprise attack on the town of Lindsay brings joy and relief to the townspeople after the invaders are routed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. Who rewards John for his part in the victory at Lindsay, and how is Robin acknowledged for his role?

<p>John is rewarded with land and rights for his part in the victory at Lindsay, and Robin is hailed as a hero.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. Who welcomes Robin back to the castle, and how is he embraced by the household?

<p>Robin is welcomed back to the castle by Sir Peter and Lady Constance, and he is embraced by the household.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What role does Brother Luke play in caring for Robin, and how does Robin feel at the end of the day's events?

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  1. What are the topics of conversation between Robin and Adam Bowyer as the days grow cold at the castle?

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  1. What does Robin do while waiting for Ellen's return, and what does he hope to experience at the Wychwood Bee Fair?

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  1. What does Brother Luke emphasize the importance of finding in order to reach their destination, and what does he arrange for Robin on the desk?

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  1. What plans do the travelers discuss while seeking shelter in the forest, and what layout does John explain upon reaching Lindsay Castle?

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Study Notes

A Young Boy's Encounter with a Wandering Friar

  • The protagonist, Robin, is bedridden and wishes to look out of the window to see the street activity.
  • He is hungry but unable to move, and realizes that the house is unusually silent.
  • A wandering friar, Brother Luke, arrives with food and explains that the household has been affected by the plague.
  • Brother Luke feeds and cares for Robin, and reveals his plan to take him to St. Mark's due to the lack of space at the hospice.
  • Robin explains his inability to walk and his family's absence due to the Scottish wars and royal obligations.
  • The friar assures Robin that he will support him on a jennet and guide him to St. Mark's through the city streets.
  • Brother Luke emphasizes the importance of finding a door in any wall to reach their destination.
  • While preparing Robin for the journey, the friar provides him with warm clothing and emphasizes the evening dampness.
  • The friar's actions and words suggest that he is compassionate and knowledgeable about the city's conditions and how to navigate it.
  • The text implies a sense of trust and hope as Robin prepares to leave with Brother Luke.
  • The interaction between Robin and Brother Luke provides insight into the challenges and fears faced by individuals during the plague, as well as the willingness of strangers to help.
  • The detailed description of the friar's care for Robin emphasizes the kindness and expertise he brings to the situation.

Robin's Rehabilitation and New Pursuits

  • Robin is taken by the friar to the brook for a bath and to learn how to swim to strengthen his arms and legs.
  • The friar assures Robin that swimming will help him get stronger and eventually be able to use crutches.
  • Robin realizes that using crutches means he won't be able to fulfill his father's expectation of becoming a knight, causing him distress.
  • The friar encourages Robin, reminding him that even crutches can be a way forward.
  • Swimming becomes a daily part of Robin's life, in addition to other activities like carpentry and music.
  • Robin enjoys teaching other boys to make boats and playing games with them at the brook.
  • His swimming skills improve, and he starts to dive and play tricks on the friar in the water.
  • Robin's mischief underwater reassures the friar that he is well.
  • Secretly, Robin is able to bear weight on his feet, a sign of his improving health.
  • He expresses a desire to take part in making his crutches, and with support, he is able to shape the wood himself.
  • Robin's strength from swimming helps him shape the oak wood for his crutches over several weeks.
  • His excitement grows as he finishes making the crutches and looks forward to trying them out.

Robin's Journey to Oxford and the Wychwood Bee Fair

  • Robin, John, and Brother Luke escape from thieves and reach a barn to rest for the night.
  • They arrive at Oxford and stay at St. John’s College, where they observe the eccentricity of the students’ attire.
  • The travelers leave Oxford and continue their journey through rolling countryside and encounter a cavalcade of horsemen.
  • They visit the Wychwood Bee Fair and witness various activities such as jousting, bear baiting, and wrestling.
  • Robin is fascinated by the fair's offerings, including food, and wants to experience everything.
  • They reach an abbey and receive hospitality from the abbot, who advises them on the best route to their destination.
  • The travelers encounter rolling hills and rainy weather as they enter a wood at the border.
  • John builds a fire to dry their clothes, and they say a prayer in the woods.
  • Throughout the journey, the travelers display resourcefulness and resilience in facing challenges.
  • The text provides a vivid depiction of the medieval setting and the diverse experiences encountered by the travelers.
  • The narrative highlights the camaraderie and companionship between Robin, John, and Brother Luke.
  • The journey is marked by a sense of adventure and the discovery of new places and experiences.

The Siege of Lindsay and Life at the Castle

  • John and Robin witness a surprise attack on the town of Lindsay, with arrows raining down on the guards and soldiers.
  • The plan to save Lindsay is successful, and the Welsh invaders are routed, bringing joy and relief to the townspeople.
  • Robin is hailed as a hero, and John is rewarded with land and rights for his part in the victory.
  • Robin is welcomed back to the castle by Sir Peter and Lady Constance, and he is embraced by the household.
  • Brother Luke blesses Robin and cares for him, and Robin falls asleep, exhausted from the day's events.
  • The days grow cold, and Robin spends time with Adam Bowyer and in the carpentry shop, making a viol and finishing a harp.
  • Robin learns to play the harp and is taught to sing a carol by Brother Luke, in preparation for Christmas.
  • Robin hopes for his parents' arrival at the castle for Christmas, as his father had mentioned in a letter.
  • A few days before the Feast of Thomas the Apostle, Robin is with Sir Peter in the armory, where they discuss the ongoing Scottish wars and rumors of returning soldiers.

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Test your knowledge on Robin's transformative journey with Brother Luke through various adventures, challenges, and heartwarming encounters in a medieval setting. Explore themes of resilience, compassion, and exploration as Robin navigates through different experiences and learns valuable life lessons.

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