The Bell Bandit by Jacqueline Davies Comprehension Questions

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Evan was sitting in the front seat, which he had never been allowed to do before

Count things along the way such as cows, hawks, Mini Coopers, and out-of-state license plates

<p>She said he was old enough to move up front because he was ten and tall for his age</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>a few weeks or a month</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>space heaters</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>reading by the wood stove and eating powdered doughnuts</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma's homeowner's insurance policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Big Book of Bells</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>on the couch</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a family facing adversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the impact of the snowstorm and the efforts to address the house's issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>resilience and determination to overcome the obstacles they encounter</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>donating a large sum of money</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Moose Droppings</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a challenging jellybean puzzle</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie's mother</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>an old man; his experiences at the Olympic Stadium in Lake Placid</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan, Jessie's brother</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a hole in the back kitchen wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the damage to the house</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>why old people act differently</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a bag of candy called 'Moose Droppings'</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>it starts snowing heavily</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Fire at Grandma's house</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Crossroads Store</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Five dollars</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gas station, deli, bakery, gift shop, bookshop, and post office</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stopping at the Crossroads Store</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Driving straight through</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crossroads Store</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unexpected changes and uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They found a large hole in the kitchen wall, with edges blackened and a strong smell of smoke.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She was surprised and unable to handle the situation, unlike her usual self who can solve any problem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan discovered a two-foot-wide hole in the kitchen ceiling, leading to a hole in the floor upstairs, specifically in his room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The windows in Evan's room were shattered, and the room was covered in shards and snow due to the broken windows.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They were asked not to sleep in their room and were suggested to sleep in Grandma's room or on the living room couch, which has a wood-burning stove for warmth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They were puzzled by the unusual situation and felt that nothing was as it should be.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan felt a brief moment of panic before realizing the vulnerability of the house due to the hole in the wall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A man named Pete arrived, introducing himself as the one doing the work on Grandma's house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pete is described as tall and thin, wearing a long-sleeve T-shirt, a down vest, jeans, and heavy work boots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan felt relieved after meeting Pete and realized he is not dangerous.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pete went to the basement to turn the electricity on and then walked Evan's mom through the damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The family was left to deal with the unexpected damage and make temporary living arrangements while repairs are underway.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The snowstorm made the roads challenging and covered the driveway, making it impossible to drive. Additionally, the car battery was dead, further delaying their plans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan didn't really embrace the 'man of the family' role and didn't see himself that way despite his dad's absence. However, he was willing to help Pete the next day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie couldn't wait for Grandma to come home, hoping that things would go back to normal. However, the snowstorm disrupted their plans to bring Grandma home and made the situation more uncertain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The snowstorm and car trouble made it difficult to leave Grandma's house, with the family having to stay through New Year's Day to ensure Grandma's settlement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>pine branches and a waterproof tarp</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>on fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>alerted the fire department</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>building, exploration, and unexpected encounters in the woods</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>woods, hills, and Grandma's property</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan, Jessie, Grandma, Maxwell, and Pete</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the missing bell and the encounter with Maxwell</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lightning Tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a nice place to rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie spends the morning reading by the wood stove and eating powdered doughnuts brought by Pete.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She finds a special book, 'The Big Book of Bells,' with a photo of Grandma's bell, a significant item to Jessie.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mrs. Treski faces a delay in getting a new car battery due to needing to pick up her mother from the hospital.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie explores the snowy woods and reminisces about building a tepee with Evan in the woods the previous summer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie plans to visit Lovell's Hill to see Grandma's bell, but first, she checks on the tepee they built.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pete and Evan are in the basement fixing the furnace, causing loud noises and occasional laughter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie spends hours engrossed in the book 'The Big Book of Bells,' learning about bells and their components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie imagines herself in a magical, wintery world while venturing into the woods on snowshoes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie tries to engage Evan in playing in the snow, but he is preoccupied with helping Pete.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mrs. Treski needs a new car battery but faces a delay due to needing to pick up her mother from the hospital.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mrs. Treski is searching for Grandma's homeowner's insurance policy in boxes of wet papers after a fire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie reminisces about building a tepee with Evan in the woods the previous summer while exploring the snowy woods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She appears pale, with bags under her eyes, and is unable to settle her gaze on anything.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A cup of green tea and the recent fire in the kitchen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She seems more like herself after sleeping well, and they start a challenging puzzle together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The puzzle depicts brightly colored jellybeans, and it serves as a bonding activity for Jessie and her grandmother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>$2,500</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>sawdust and debris</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the mystery of the missing bell and the interaction between the characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>he will continue working on the construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a construction site and a family home</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>their dialogue and actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan's grandmother</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>his eagerness to work on the construction is evident</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie gave Grandma a knitted scarf, and Grandma gave Jessie a calligraphy pen and metallic ink. Evan gave Grandma a magic set, and Grandma gave Evan a Christmas cactus covered in pink blossoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The puzzle depicted brightly colored jellybeans that reminded Jessie of Christmas lights. They faced the challenge of all the pieces looking the same despite being different shapes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma looked like herself and had slept well. She exchanged Christmas gifts with Jessie and Evan, engaged in a giant bear hug, and started working on a new jigsaw puzzle with Jessie.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They spent time spreading out all the pieces on the table and turning each one right side up. The puzzle was notably the most beautiful and the hardest puzzle Jessie had ever seen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan tries to help his grandmother and recalls details about feeding the chickens, surprising his grandmother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie and Maxwell are engrossed in watching TV and planning a spy mission.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan's behavior appears unusual and scared to Jessie.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan reveals that his grandmother is experiencing memory loss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The family dynamics are affected, causing confusion and concern.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma's condition impacts the family's interactions, and they are struggling to cope with the reality of her condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan agrees to take his grandmother for a walk, despite his reluctance and his mother's instructions to keep her away from a hill with a bell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan becomes afraid when they reach a familiar hill with a bell, as Grandma insists on going closer to where the bell should have been.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma accuses Evan of taking the bell, despite his denials, and becomes increasingly disoriented, mistaking Evan for a thief.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan struggles to figure out how to get his grandmother home safely as she becomes more agitated and falls in the snow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The story ends with Evan trying to help his grandmother while feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to handle the situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan talks about the repair work he and Pete were doing, while Grandma remains mostly silent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As they walk, Grandma becomes increasingly tired, and Evan tries to persuade her to turn back.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma mistakes Evan for a thief as she becomes increasingly disoriented.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma becomes more agitated and falls in the snow as they walk in the woods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan feels overwhelmed and unsure of how to handle the situation as he tries to help his grandmother in the woods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan's mother instructs him to keep his grandmother away from a hill with a bell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan tries to persuade Grandma to turn back as they walk in the woods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell is a boy with skis who arrives and impressively solves the middle part of the puzzle, adding an intriguing element to the story.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The bell was put in place in 1884 by Jessie's great-grandfather and has an inscription from THE JONES TROY BELL FOUNDRY COMPANY, TROY, N.Y. 1884. It weighs around a hundred pounds and has gone missing, hinting at a mystery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie suspects her grandmother may have taken the bell down recently, which her grandmother denies. Jessie wonders if her grandmother's forgetfulness is related to the missing bell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell impressively solves the middle part of the puzzle, attributing his skills to being smart. This surprises Jessie, as she is known to be the best at puzzles in her family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The inscription on the bell indicates it was made by THE JONES TROY BELL FOUNDRY COMPANY, TROY, N.Y. in 1884.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell's arrival and puzzle-solving abilities add an intriguing element to the story, hinting at a mystery surrounding the missing New Year's Eve bell and the potential involvement of Jessie's grandmother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The bell was put in place in 1884 by Jessie's great-grandfather, but has gone missing. Jessie suspects her grandmother may have taken it down recently, and her grandmother's denial and forgetfulness add to the mystery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The bell weighs around a hundred pounds and was once removed for cleaning by Jessie's grandmother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell's skill surprises Jessie, as she is known to be the best at puzzles in her family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The bell has an inscription from THE JONES TROY BELL FOUNDRY COMPANY, TROY, N.Y. 1884, indicating it was made in 1884.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell engages in a conversation with Jessie about politeness and rules while working on completing the puzzle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell introduces Jessie to the TV show 'Get Smart' and explains that his name, Maxwell Smart, is a joke because Mrs. Joyce always calls him 'smart'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie suggests they become real secret agents and solve a crime.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan is asked to take Grandma for a walk, and he feels reluctant because Grandma seems different and not herself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The story is described as a blend of a children's adventure and a family mystery, with different characters and plotlines intertwining.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text sets the stage for potential conflicts and resolutions by providing insight into the characters' personalities and dynamics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie and Maxwell are building a puzzle when Maxwell's movements distract Jessie.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan and Pete are fixing holes in the roof when Mrs. Treski asks Evan to take Grandma for a walk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The show 'Get Smart' features a confident secret agent, Maxwell Smart, and his colleague Agent 99, and they use various gadgets. This influences Jessie's suggestion to become real secret agents and solve a crime.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text provides insight into the characters' personalities and dynamics, setting the stage for potential conflicts and resolutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan remembers a conversation in the kitchen with his grandmother, but his mother explains that she is not herself. This is significant because it sets the stage for a potential mystery involving Grandma's unusual behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text describes the story as a blend of a children's adventure and a family mystery, with different characters and plotlines intertwining.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The story sets the stage for potential conflicts and resolutions by providing insight into the characters' personalities and dynamics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan experienced a panicked feeling when Grandma left the house because he felt that something bad was going to happen and he didn't know how to stop it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan searched for his missing boot in the boot bin, under the bench, and even in the kitchen. After five minutes, he found it wedged between the clothes dryer and the wall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie and Maxwell were planning a stakeout. They realized that it was New Year's Eve and they needed a map for their stakeout.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell had drawing materials such as paper, markers, colored pencils, rulers, and protractors in his room. These materials were useful for planning their stakeout.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the Uptons', Mrs. Lewis's, Maxwell's, and the old Jansen house</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Get Smart</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>behind pine trees near the Sinclairs' house</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>solving the mystery</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>friendship dynamics, determination, and resourcefulness</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>children's novel or children's story involving a mystery and detective work</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>mean boys</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>looking through the binoculars and not seeing much of interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>join the stakeout due to the Sinclairs' reputation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>supplies and binoculars from Maxwell's mom</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>children's determination and resourcefulness in solving the mystery</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan recalls that sometimes things 'call' to his grandmother and she has to follow their voices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie and Maxwell witness two boys running towards the barn carrying a shoebox and a hammer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The chapter ends with Jessie and Maxwell deciding to go see what the boys are doing in the barn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The chapter ends with a scream and the sound of shattering glass coming from the direction of the little bridge that crosses Deer Brook.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text conveys a sense of urgency and tension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan goes into the woods to search for his grandmother and finds the old oak crossbeam empty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan realizes he needs Jessie's help to find his grandmother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie and Maxwell decide to investigate the barn to find a potential secret compartment where the bell might be hidden.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell is hesitant about investigating the barn, but Jessie is determined to find the bell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan is left in charge of waiting for his grandmother, and Pete decides to drive into town to find Evan's mother, leaving Evan alone at home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan feels guilty for not stopping his grandmother from going for a walk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan reflects on missing his absent father and realizes he needs Jessie's help to find his grandmother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The search for Evan's grandma is described as taking place in cold, dark, and dangerous conditions, with tall pine trees and shifting shadows in the woods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pete suggests someone stay at the house and asks Evan if he can do that. Evan agrees to stay at the house as part of the plan to search for his grandma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The characters' emotions and concerns emphasize the urgency of finding Evan's grandma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The characters demonstrate determination and willingness to take action to address the situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie and Maxwell witness two boys in ski jackets and boots rushing out of the house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan fears that his grandma might be afraid of him or hide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The area is filled with tall pine trees and has shifting shadows, creating a potentially disorienting and dangerous environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan is concerned about his grandma's safety and the possibility of her being hit by a car in the dark.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The text illustrates the characters' determination and willingness to take action to address the situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie and Maxwell find nothing when they peek through the windows of the house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan hears a commotion inside the house and starts running down the driveway to search for his missing grandma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan worries about his grandma's safety and the possibility of her being hit by a car in the dark as he runs towards the road.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie decides to spy on the boys in the barn alone, as Maxwell stays behind</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She avoids spying from the open door to prevent getting caught</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inside the barn, she sees the usual items like a tractor and old tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The boys are in a stall used for storing firewood, and they are nailing something to a board</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie realizes the boys are not being mean and are building something new</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mike holds up a live frog, which he and Jeff are seemingly using for an unknown purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie spots windows on the sides and back of the barn and uses them to spy</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell joins her and whispers questions about what the boys are doing</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The boys are testing spools by spinning them on nails, making a whirring noise</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie makes a quick diagram of what she sees using her notebook</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie hears hammering and continues to move around the barn</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maxwell joins her and whispers questions about what the boys are doing</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie saw the boys torturing a live frog in the barn, which led to a confrontation with Evan and Jessie as they accused the boys of breaking their window and trespassing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan, a tough kid who liked guts and gore, was disgusted by the boys' actions and felt sick at the thought of hurting a real animal. This revealed his empathy and moral compass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The older boy initially made a move toward Evan, but when confronted about the incident in the barn, he and the younger boy seemed to have nothing to say and looked down, indicating guilt and lack of defense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie and Evan stood up against the boys' cruel actions, showing their sense of justice and empathy towards animals, while also confronting the boys about their wrongdoing and holding them accountable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Lightning Tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Confused and waiting for a bus</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By encouraging her and explaining the need to accept the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The bus won't come due to a flat tire</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Caring for a loved one with dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To create a systematic approach to their search</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fear of what they might find</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Make a bus appear</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Burnt appearance with a single stubby branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Her grandmother's condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>in the snow</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma's favorite walk</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>flashlights and snowshoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>heavy snowfall</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>silent and pitch-black</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the top of Lovell's Hill</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma being alone in the dark</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma might seek a warm and safe place</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>lost and uncertain</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>the difficulty and tension of the search for Grandma</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Grandma might seek a warm and safe place</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>shoves him to the ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>threaten to break the barn windows</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a frog hanging by its legs</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>that it might be permanently damaged</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>put it out of its misery, but it leaps away</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>back to Lovell's Hill</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>a lousy spy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

<p>Evan encounters Grandma waiting for a bus and offers to escort her home after informing her that all the buses are broken.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Another passenger, Jessie, joins Evan and Grandma on their walk home, and Evan reassures Grandma and helps her reminisce about her youth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Evan feels exhausted after reaching Grandma's house, while Grandma appears rejuvenated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jessie decides to tell Mrs. Cooper the whole story, including the part about spying, and shares it with Mrs. Cooper.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The summary ends with Jessie sitting with Mrs. Cooper, contemplating the events of the day and deciding to reveal everything.</p> Signup and view all the answers