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What is Jessie's age?
What is Jessie's age?
Nine
What was unusual about this trip to Grandma's house?
What was unusual about this trip to Grandma's house?
Evan was sitting in the front seat, which he had never been allowed to do before
What did Jessie love to do during the drive?
What did Jessie love to do during the drive?
Count things along the way such as cows, hawks, Mini Coopers, and out-of-state license plates
How did Mrs. Treski justify allowing Evan to sit in the front seat?
How did Mrs. Treski justify allowing Evan to sit in the front seat?
Who informs Mrs. Treski about the plumbing and electrical issues in the house?
Who informs Mrs. Treski about the plumbing and electrical issues in the house?
How long does Pete estimate for the repairs in the house?
How long does Pete estimate for the repairs in the house?
What does Pete offer to bring for heating, which Mrs. Treski declines?
What does Pete offer to bring for heating, which Mrs. Treski declines?
Who does Pete ask to help him the next day?
Who does Pete ask to help him the next day?
What changes the plan to pick up Grandma from the hospital?
What changes the plan to pick up Grandma from the hospital?
What does Jessie spend the morning doing?
What does Jessie spend the morning doing?
What is Mrs. Treski searching for among wet papers in a room with a hole in the floor?
What is Mrs. Treski searching for among wet papers in a room with a hole in the floor?
What book does Jessie find and become concerned about?
What book does Jessie find and become concerned about?
Where does Jessie settle and begin reading about the largest bell in the world?
Where does Jessie settle and begin reading about the largest bell in the world?
What does the story paint a picture of, involving a family dealing with unexpected challenges?
What does the story paint a picture of, involving a family dealing with unexpected challenges?
What is highlighted in the setting description?
What is highlighted in the setting description?
What do the characters' actions and reactions reveal about them?
What do the characters' actions and reactions reveal about them?
What does Jessie insist on doing despite Megan's warning?
What does Jessie insist on doing despite Megan's warning?
What candy at the store catches Jessie's attention?
What candy at the store catches Jessie's attention?
What does Jessie want to buy for Grandma at the store?
What does Jessie want to buy for Grandma at the store?
Who suggests that Jessie can work on the puzzle with Grandma?
Who suggests that Jessie can work on the puzzle with Grandma?
What does Jessie spend time browsing through at the store?
What does Jessie spend time browsing through at the store?
Who does Jessie meet at the store and what does he talk about?
Who does Jessie meet at the store and what does he talk about?
Who pulls Jessie away from the old man at the store?
Who pulls Jessie away from the old man at the store?
What surprises the family when they arrive at Grandma's house?
What surprises the family when they arrive at Grandma's house?
What is the condition of Grandma's house that Mrs. Treski expresses surprise about?
What is the condition of Grandma's house that Mrs. Treski expresses surprise about?
What does Jessie wonder about old people's behavior?
What does Jessie wonder about old people's behavior?
What does Jessie decide not to buy at the store?
What does Jessie decide not to buy at the store?
What starts happening on their way back home?
What starts happening on their way back home?
Who used to enjoy spotting landmarks during the trip, but seemed disinterested and unengaged this year?
Who used to enjoy spotting landmarks during the trip, but seemed disinterested and unengaged this year?
Where were they driving to after Christmas due to a fire at Grandma's house, causing uncertainty about their New Year's Eve plans?
Where were they driving to after Christmas due to a fire at Grandma's house, causing uncertainty about their New Year's Eve plans?
Where did they normally spend New Year's Eve, ringing an old iron bell at midnight?
Where did they normally spend New Year's Eve, ringing an old iron bell at midnight?
What caused uncertainty about their New Year's Eve plans?
What caused uncertainty about their New Year's Eve plans?
What did Jessie feel about the unexpected changes during the trip?
What did Jessie feel about the unexpected changes during the trip?
What was a fascinating place with a variety of items for sale, where Jessie wished she had more money to buy things?
What was a fascinating place with a variety of items for sale, where Jessie wished she had more money to buy things?
How much money did Jessie have with her from the lemonade war?
How much money did Jessie have with her from the lemonade war?
What was the Crossroads Store a combination of?
What was the Crossroads Store a combination of?
What added to the tension during the trip, with Evan seeming disinterested in stopping there?
What added to the tension during the trip, with Evan seeming disinterested in stopping there?
What did Jessie's mother consider doing to avoid stopping at Crossroads Store?
What did Jessie's mother consider doing to avoid stopping at Crossroads Store?
What did Jessie feel disappointed about and was eager to stop at?
What did Jessie feel disappointed about and was eager to stop at?
What added to the tension and discomfort during the trip, along with the unexpected changes and uncertainty about their plans?
What added to the tension and discomfort during the trip, along with the unexpected changes and uncertainty about their plans?
What did Evan's family find when they arrived at Grandma's house?
What did Evan's family find when they arrived at Grandma's house?
How did Evan's mom react to the situation at Grandma's house?
How did Evan's mom react to the situation at Grandma's house?
Where did Evan discover a hole in the kitchen ceiling?
Where did Evan discover a hole in the kitchen ceiling?
What was the condition of Evan's room?
What was the condition of Evan's room?
Where were Evan and his sister asked to sleep due to the condition of their room?
Where were Evan and his sister asked to sleep due to the condition of their room?
How did Evan and his sister feel about the situation at Grandma's house?
How did Evan and his sister feel about the situation at Grandma's house?
What did Evan feel when he heard a car approaching?
What did Evan feel when he heard a car approaching?
Who arrived at Grandma's house to inspect the damage?
Who arrived at Grandma's house to inspect the damage?
How is Pete described when he arrives at Grandma's house?
How is Pete described when he arrives at Grandma's house?
How did Evan feel after meeting Pete?
How did Evan feel after meeting Pete?
Where did Pete go after arriving at Grandma's house?
Where did Pete go after arriving at Grandma's house?
What were the family left to do after the unexpected damage at Grandma's house?
What were the family left to do after the unexpected damage at Grandma's house?
Explain how the snowstorm impacted the original plan to bring Grandma home from the hospital.
Explain how the snowstorm impacted the original plan to bring Grandma home from the hospital.
Describe Evan's feelings about being considered the 'man of the family' and his willingness to help Pete.
Describe Evan's feelings about being considered the 'man of the family' and his willingness to help Pete.
Discuss Jessie's anticipation for Grandma's return and how the snowstorm affected her plans.
Discuss Jessie's anticipation for Grandma's return and how the snowstorm affected her plans.
Explain how the snowstorm and car trouble affected the family's decision to leave Grandma's house.
Explain how the snowstorm and car trouble affected the family's decision to leave Grandma's house.
What did Evan and Jessie use to build the tepee in the woods?
What did Evan and Jessie use to build the tepee in the woods?
What did Maxwell discover at Grandma's house?
What did Maxwell discover at Grandma's house?
What did Maxwell do upon discovering Grandma's house on fire?
What did Maxwell do upon discovering Grandma's house on fire?
What did Jessie and Maxwell cross to reach the top of Lovell's Hill?
What did Jessie and Maxwell cross to reach the top of Lovell's Hill?
What did Jessie notice was missing from the wooden crossbeam at the top of Lovell's Hill?
What did Jessie notice was missing from the wooden crossbeam at the top of Lovell's Hill?
What did Evan and Pete work on to repair in the wall?
What did Evan and Pete work on to repair in the wall?
What are the themes involved in the story?
What are the themes involved in the story?
What are the settings mentioned in the text?
What are the settings mentioned in the text?
Who are the characters mentioned in the text?
Who are the characters mentioned in the text?
What elements of adventure and mystery are mentioned in the text?
What elements of adventure and mystery are mentioned in the text?
What did Jessie use as a marker to find the tepee in the woods?
What did Jessie use as a marker to find the tepee in the woods?
What did Grandma find the tepee to be when she frequently checked on it?
What did Grandma find the tepee to be when she frequently checked on it?
Describe Jessie's morning activities at Grandma's house.
Describe Jessie's morning activities at Grandma's house.
What does Jessie find in her grandmother's bookcase that holds sentimental value to her?
What does Jessie find in her grandmother's bookcase that holds sentimental value to her?
Why does Mrs. Treski face a delay in getting a new car battery?
Why does Mrs. Treski face a delay in getting a new car battery?
What does Jessie do when Mrs. Treski leaves to pick up Grandma from the hospital?
What does Jessie do when Mrs. Treski leaves to pick up Grandma from the hospital?
Where does Jessie plan to visit after exploring the snowy woods?
Where does Jessie plan to visit after exploring the snowy woods?
What is causing loud noises and occasional laughter in the basement?
What is causing loud noises and occasional laughter in the basement?
What does Jessie spend hours engrossed in despite the chaos?
What does Jessie spend hours engrossed in despite the chaos?
What does Jessie imagine herself in while venturing into the woods on snowshoes?
What does Jessie imagine herself in while venturing into the woods on snowshoes?
What does Jessie try to engage Evan in, but he is preoccupied with helping Pete?
What does Jessie try to engage Evan in, but he is preoccupied with helping Pete?
What does Mrs. Treski need, but faces a delay due to needing to pick up her mother from the hospital?
What does Mrs. Treski need, but faces a delay due to needing to pick up her mother from the hospital?
What does Mrs. Treski search for in boxes of wet papers after a fire?
What does Mrs. Treski search for in boxes of wet papers after a fire?
What does Jessie reminisce about while exploring the snowy woods?
What does Jessie reminisce about while exploring the snowy woods?
What unusual behavior does Evan's grandmother exhibit when she arrives home?
What unusual behavior does Evan's grandmother exhibit when she arrives home?
What does Grandma express a strong desire for and seem disoriented about?
What does Grandma express a strong desire for and seem disoriented about?
How does Grandma seem the next morning, and what activity do they start together?
How does Grandma seem the next morning, and what activity do they start together?
What does the puzzle depict, and how does it serve as an activity for Jessie and her grandmother?
What does the puzzle depict, and how does it serve as an activity for Jessie and her grandmother?
Who claims that the New Year's Eve bell is missing?
Who claims that the New Year's Eve bell is missing?
What is the value of the missing bell?
What is the value of the missing bell?
Who arrives and introduces himself as smart?
Who arrives and introduces himself as smart?
What are Evan and Pete cleaning up from their construction work?
What are Evan and Pete cleaning up from their construction work?
What is the main focus of the text?
What is the main focus of the text?
What does Jessie wear when she enters the house?
What does Jessie wear when she enters the house?
What does Pete inform Evan about his plan for the next day?
What does Pete inform Evan about his plan for the next day?
What setting is involved in the text?
What setting is involved in the text?
Who knows the characters' grandmother?
Who knows the characters' grandmother?
What reveals the characters' personalities and relationships?
What reveals the characters' personalities and relationships?
Who arrives home towards the end of the text?
Who arrives home towards the end of the text?
What is evident about Evan's eagerness?
What is evident about Evan's eagerness?
What Christmas gifts did Jessie and Evan exchange with their grandmother, and what did Grandma receive from each of them?
What Christmas gifts did Jessie and Evan exchange with their grandmother, and what did Grandma receive from each of them?
Describe the puzzle that Jessie and her grandmother started working on, and what challenge did they face when they began?
Describe the puzzle that Jessie and her grandmother started working on, and what challenge did they face when they began?
How did Grandma's appearance and behavior change the morning after Christmas, and what activities did she engage in with Jessie and Evan?
How did Grandma's appearance and behavior change the morning after Christmas, and what activities did she engage in with Jessie and Evan?
What activities did Jessie and Grandma engage in when they began working on the puzzle, and what was notable about the puzzle's difficulty?
What activities did Jessie and Grandma engage in when they began working on the puzzle, and what was notable about the puzzle's difficulty?
How does Evan react to his grandmother's memory loss?
How does Evan react to his grandmother's memory loss?
What are Jessie and Maxwell doing while Evan is helping his grandmother?
What are Jessie and Maxwell doing while Evan is helping his grandmother?
How does Evan's behavior appear unusual to Jessie?
How does Evan's behavior appear unusual to Jessie?
What does Evan reveal to Jessie about his grandmother?
What does Evan reveal to Jessie about his grandmother?
How is the family dynamics affected by Grandma's memory loss?
How is the family dynamics affected by Grandma's memory loss?
What impact does Grandma's condition have on the family's interactions?
What impact does Grandma's condition have on the family's interactions?
Who does Evan agree to take for a walk in the woods despite his reluctance and his mother's instructions?
Who does Evan agree to take for a walk in the woods despite his reluctance and his mother's instructions?
What does Evan become afraid of when they reach a familiar hill in the woods?
What does Evan become afraid of when they reach a familiar hill in the woods?
What accusation does Grandma make against Evan during their walk in the woods?
What accusation does Grandma make against Evan during their walk in the woods?
What is Evan's struggle as he tries to get his grandmother home safely?
What is Evan's struggle as he tries to get his grandmother home safely?
How does the story end for Evan as he tries to help his grandmother?
How does the story end for Evan as he tries to help his grandmother?
What does Evan talk about during the walk in the woods?
What does Evan talk about during the walk in the woods?
What does Grandma become increasingly as they walk through the woods?
What does Grandma become increasingly as they walk through the woods?
What does Grandma mistake Evan for as she becomes disoriented?
What does Grandma mistake Evan for as she becomes disoriented?
What happens to Grandma as they walk in the woods?
What happens to Grandma as they walk in the woods?
How does Evan feel as he tries to help his grandmother in the woods?
How does Evan feel as he tries to help his grandmother in the woods?
What does Evan's mother instruct him to do regarding a hill with a bell?
What does Evan's mother instruct him to do regarding a hill with a bell?
What does Evan try to persuade Grandma to do as they walk in the woods?
What does Evan try to persuade Grandma to do as they walk in the woods?
Who is Maxwell and what does he contribute to the story?
Who is Maxwell and what does he contribute to the story?
What is the significance of the New Year's Eve bell in the story?
What is the significance of the New Year's Eve bell in the story?
What does Jessie suspect about her grandmother and how does it tie into the mystery?
What does Jessie suspect about her grandmother and how does it tie into the mystery?
What puzzle-related skills does Maxwell possess and how does it surprise Jessie?
What puzzle-related skills does Maxwell possess and how does it surprise Jessie?
What does the inscription on the New Year's Eve bell reveal?
What does the inscription on the New Year's Eve bell reveal?
How does Maxwell's arrival affect the dynamics of the story?
How does Maxwell's arrival affect the dynamics of the story?
What clues in the text hint at a potential mystery surrounding the missing New Year's Eve bell?
What clues in the text hint at a potential mystery surrounding the missing New Year's Eve bell?
What is the weight of the New Year's Eve bell and what was its history with Jessie's grandmother?
What is the weight of the New Year's Eve bell and what was its history with Jessie's grandmother?
How does Jessie feel about Maxwell's puzzle-solving skills in comparison to her own?
How does Jessie feel about Maxwell's puzzle-solving skills in comparison to her own?
What company is responsible for the creation of the New Year's Eve bell and when was it made?
What company is responsible for the creation of the New Year's Eve bell and when was it made?
What puzzle-related conversation does Maxwell engage in with Jessie?
What puzzle-related conversation does Maxwell engage in with Jessie?
What TV show does Maxwell introduce Jessie to, and what is the significance of his name in relation to the show?
What TV show does Maxwell introduce Jessie to, and what is the significance of his name in relation to the show?
What does Jessie suggest they become after being inspired by the TV show?
What does Jessie suggest they become after being inspired by the TV show?
Who is asked to take Grandma for a walk, and why does Evan feel reluctant to do so?
Who is asked to take Grandma for a walk, and why does Evan feel reluctant to do so?
What type of story is 'The Mystery of the Bell: A Secret Agent Adventure' described as?
What type of story is 'The Mystery of the Bell: A Secret Agent Adventure' described as?
What does the text set the stage for, in terms of potential conflicts and resolutions?
What does the text set the stage for, in terms of potential conflicts and resolutions?
What are Maxwell and Jessie doing when Maxwell's movements distract Jessie?
What are Maxwell and Jessie doing when Maxwell's movements distract Jessie?
What are Evan and Pete doing when Mrs. Treski asks Evan to take Grandma for a walk?
What are Evan and Pete doing when Mrs. Treski asks Evan to take Grandma for a walk?
What does the show 'Get Smart' feature, and how does it influence Jessie's suggestion?
What does the show 'Get Smart' feature, and how does it influence Jessie's suggestion?
What does the text provide insight into, in terms of the characters' dynamics?
What does the text provide insight into, in terms of the characters' dynamics?
What does Evan remember a conversation about, and why is his mother's explanation significant?
What does Evan remember a conversation about, and why is his mother's explanation significant?
What does the text describe as a blend of a children's adventure and a family mystery?
What does the text describe as a blend of a children's adventure and a family mystery?
What does the story set the stage for in terms of potential conflicts and resolutions?
What does the story set the stage for in terms of potential conflicts and resolutions?
What panicked feeling did Evan experience when Grandma left the house, and why did he feel that way?
What panicked feeling did Evan experience when Grandma left the house, and why did he feel that way?
What did Evan do when he couldn't find one of his boots, and how did he eventually locate it?
What did Evan do when he couldn't find one of his boots, and how did he eventually locate it?
What were Jessie and Maxwell planning, and what did they realize about the day?
What were Jessie and Maxwell planning, and what did they realize about the day?
What materials did Maxwell have in his room, and why were they useful for their planning?
What materials did Maxwell have in his room, and why were they useful for their planning?
What are the names of the four neighboring houses near Grandma's house?
What are the names of the four neighboring houses near Grandma's house?
Who did Maxwell hear discussing taking Grandma's bell on December 8th at 2:23 p.m.?
Who did Maxwell hear discussing taking Grandma's bell on December 8th at 2:23 p.m.?
What TV show does Jessie reference to persuade Maxwell to join the stakeout?
What TV show does Jessie reference to persuade Maxwell to join the stakeout?
Where do Jessie and Maxwell hide during the stakeout?
Where do Jessie and Maxwell hide during the stakeout?
What does the story focus on in terms of the children's efforts?
What does the story focus on in terms of the children's efforts?
What is the narrative's focus in terms of the children's traits and actions?
What is the narrative's focus in terms of the children's traits and actions?
What is the genre of the text?
What is the genre of the text?
What did Maxwell describe the Sinclairs as?
What did Maxwell describe the Sinclairs as?
What does the text end with Jessie doing?
What does the text end with Jessie doing?
What does Maxwell initially refuse to do?
What does Maxwell initially refuse to do?
What do Jessie and Maxwell gather before heading to the woods for the stakeout?
What do Jessie and Maxwell gather before heading to the woods for the stakeout?
What is the main focus of the story?
What is the main focus of the story?
What does Evan recall about his grandmother and her behavior in the woods?
What does Evan recall about his grandmother and her behavior in the woods?
What do Jessie and Maxwell witness two boys carrying towards the barn?
What do Jessie and Maxwell witness two boys carrying towards the barn?
What decision do Jessie and Maxwell make at the end of the chapter?
What decision do Jessie and Maxwell make at the end of the chapter?
How does the chapter end, and what sound is heard?
How does the chapter end, and what sound is heard?
What sense does the text convey as the search for the missing grandmother and the bell intensifies?
What sense does the text convey as the search for the missing grandmother and the bell intensifies?
Where does Evan go to search for his grandmother and what does he find?
Where does Evan go to search for his grandmother and what does he find?
Who does Evan realize he needs help from in finding his grandmother?
Who does Evan realize he needs help from in finding his grandmother?
What do Jessie and Maxwell decide to investigate in the barn, and what are they looking for?
What do Jessie and Maxwell decide to investigate in the barn, and what are they looking for?
How does Maxwell feel about investigating the barn, and what is Jessie's determination?
How does Maxwell feel about investigating the barn, and what is Jessie's determination?
Who is left in charge of waiting for his grandmother and what action does Pete take?
Who is left in charge of waiting for his grandmother and what action does Pete take?
How does Evan feel about not stopping his grandmother from going for a walk?
How does Evan feel about not stopping his grandmother from going for a walk?
What does Evan reflect on and realize he needs help with in finding his grandmother?
What does Evan reflect on and realize he needs help with in finding his grandmother?
What are the conditions of the search for Evan's grandma and how are they described?
What are the conditions of the search for Evan's grandma and how are they described?
What does Pete suggest as part of the plan to search for Evan's grandma, and how does Evan respond?
What does Pete suggest as part of the plan to search for Evan's grandma, and how does Evan respond?
What do the characters' emotions and concerns emphasize in the text?
What do the characters' emotions and concerns emphasize in the text?
What do the characters demonstrate in their willingness to address the situation?
What do the characters demonstrate in their willingness to address the situation?
What do Jessie and Maxwell witness when they attempt to spy on a suspect?
What do Jessie and Maxwell witness when they attempt to spy on a suspect?
What does Evan fear when he is hesitant to call out for his grandma?
What does Evan fear when he is hesitant to call out for his grandma?
What is the significance of the area where Evan's grandma is missing?
What is the significance of the area where Evan's grandma is missing?
What is Evan concerned about regarding his grandma's safety?
What is Evan concerned about regarding his grandma's safety?
What does the text illustrate about the characters' determination and willingness to take action?
What does the text illustrate about the characters' determination and willingness to take action?
What do Jessie and Maxwell find when they attempt to spy on a suspect?
What do Jessie and Maxwell find when they attempt to spy on a suspect?
What prompts Evan to start running down the driveway?
What prompts Evan to start running down the driveway?
What does Evan worry about as he runs towards the road?
What does Evan worry about as he runs towards the road?
Why did Jessie decide to spy on the boys in the barn alone?
Why did Jessie decide to spy on the boys in the barn alone?
What did Jessie do to prevent getting caught while spying on the boys in the barn?
What did Jessie do to prevent getting caught while spying on the boys in the barn?
What did Jessie see inside the barn?
What did Jessie see inside the barn?
What were the boys doing in the stall used for storing firewood?
What were the boys doing in the stall used for storing firewood?
What did Jessie realize about the boys' activities in the barn?
What did Jessie realize about the boys' activities in the barn?
What did Mike and Jeff do with a live frog?
What did Mike and Jeff do with a live frog?
What did Jessie use to spy on the boys in the barn?
What did Jessie use to spy on the boys in the barn?
What did Maxwell do when he joined Jessie in the barn?
What did Maxwell do when he joined Jessie in the barn?
What did the boys do with spools in the barn?
What did the boys do with spools in the barn?
What did Jessie do when she discovered a small window in the barn?
What did Jessie do when she discovered a small window in the barn?
What did Jessie hear inside the barn?
What did Jessie hear inside the barn?
What did Maxwell do when he joined Jessie in the barn?
What did Maxwell do when he joined Jessie in the barn?
What did Jessie witness the boys doing in the barn, and how did it lead to a confrontation with Evan and Jessie?
What did Jessie witness the boys doing in the barn, and how did it lead to a confrontation with Evan and Jessie?
How did Evan feel about the boys' actions in the barn, and what did it reveal about his character?
How did Evan feel about the boys' actions in the barn, and what did it reveal about his character?
What was the older boy's response when confronted by Evan about the incident in the barn?
What was the older boy's response when confronted by Evan about the incident in the barn?
How did Jessie and Evan's confrontation with the boys in the barn reveal their values and sense of justice?
How did Jessie and Evan's confrontation with the boys in the barn reveal their values and sense of justice?
Who accompanies Evan in the search for his grandmother in the woods?
Who accompanies Evan in the search for his grandmother in the woods?
What landmark do Evan and Jessie find near the tepee?
What landmark do Evan and Jessie find near the tepee?
What is the condition of Evan's grandmother when they find her in the tepee?
What is the condition of Evan's grandmother when they find her in the tepee?
How does Evan console Jessie when she becomes emotional about her grandmother's condition?
How does Evan console Jessie when she becomes emotional about her grandmother's condition?
What news does Evan deliver to his grandmother inside the tepee?
What news does Evan deliver to his grandmother inside the tepee?
What emotions does Evan's grandmother display upon hearing the news about the bus?
What emotions does Evan's grandmother display upon hearing the news about the bus?
What challenging situation does the story highlight?
What challenging situation does the story highlight?
What does Jessie suggest to Evan when they struggle to locate the tepee?
What does Jessie suggest to Evan when they struggle to locate the tepee?
What concerns Evan about looking inside the tepee?
What concerns Evan about looking inside the tepee?
What does Evan wish he could do for his grandmother?
What does Evan wish he could do for his grandmother?
What appearance does the Lightning Tree have?
What appearance does the Lightning Tree have?
What does Jessie express frustration about during the rescue mission?
What does Jessie express frustration about during the rescue mission?
Where are Jessie and Evan searching for their missing Grandma?
Where are Jessie and Evan searching for their missing Grandma?
What is mentioned as Grandma's favorite walk, leading to Black Bear Mountain?
What is mentioned as Grandma's favorite walk, leading to Black Bear Mountain?
What do the siblings use in their search for Grandma?
What do the siblings use in their search for Grandma?
What makes the search for Grandma difficult?
What makes the search for Grandma difficult?
How are the woods described during the search?
How are the woods described during the search?
Where do Evan and Jessie reach, still unable to find Grandma?
Where do Evan and Jessie reach, still unable to find Grandma?
What does Evan express fear and concern for?
What does Evan express fear and concern for?
What does Jessie realize about Grandma's possible location?
What does Jessie realize about Grandma's possible location?
What do the siblings struggle to find, a familiar landmark in their search for Grandma?
What do the siblings struggle to find, a familiar landmark in their search for Grandma?
How does Evan feel during the search for Grandma?
How does Evan feel during the search for Grandma?
What do the heavy snowfall and silent woods contribute to in the narrative?
What do the heavy snowfall and silent woods contribute to in the narrative?
What realization does Jessie have about Grandma's possible whereabouts?
What realization does Jessie have about Grandma's possible whereabouts?
Who stands up to the boys at the farm and displays a fearless nature when it comes to justice?
Who stands up to the boys at the farm and displays a fearless nature when it comes to justice?
What does Evan do to one of the boys at the farm, causing them to back down?
What does Evan do to one of the boys at the farm, causing them to back down?
How do Evan and Jessie try to intimidate the boys at the farm?
How do Evan and Jessie try to intimidate the boys at the farm?
What do Evan and Jessie find in the barn after the confrontation?
What do Evan and Jessie find in the barn after the confrontation?
What do Evan and Jessie worry about regarding the frog in the barn?
What do Evan and Jessie worry about regarding the frog in the barn?
What does Evan intend to do to the frog, but it unexpectedly does something else?
What does Evan intend to do to the frog, but it unexpectedly does something else?
Where do Evan and Jessie head to after the confrontation at the farm?
Where do Evan and Jessie head to after the confrontation at the farm?
What does Jessie feel like as she hasn't learned anything from the stakeout at Lovell's Hill?
What does Jessie feel like as she hasn't learned anything from the stakeout at Lovell's Hill?
What do Evan and Jessie use to navigate in the dark at Lovell's Hill?
What do Evan and Jessie use to navigate in the dark at Lovell's Hill?
What does Jessie still lack regarding the Sinclair boys' involvement in the bell theft after the stakeout?
What does Jessie still lack regarding the Sinclair boys' involvement in the bell theft after the stakeout?
What unexpected encounter does Evan have with Grandma while she is waiting for a bus, and what offer does he make to her?
What unexpected encounter does Evan have with Grandma while she is waiting for a bus, and what offer does he make to her?
Who joins Evan and Grandma on their walk home, and how does Evan help Grandma during the walk?
Who joins Evan and Grandma on their walk home, and how does Evan help Grandma during the walk?
What is Evan's condition after reaching Grandma's house, and how does Grandma appear after the walk?
What is Evan's condition after reaching Grandma's house, and how does Grandma appear after the walk?
What decision does Jessie make regarding revealing the whole story, and who does she share it with?
What decision does Jessie make regarding revealing the whole story, and who does she share it with?
How does the summary end, and what does Jessie contemplate before deciding to reveal everything?
How does the summary end, and what does Jessie contemplate before deciding to reveal everything?
Flashcards
Grandma's House Damage
Grandma's House Damage
A large hole in Grandma's kitchen wall, indicating unexpected damage.
Evan's Mom's Reaction
Evan's Mom's Reaction
Evan's mom is surprised and overwhelmed, unlike her usual problem-solving self.
Evan's Room Damage
Evan's Room Damage
Evan discovers a hole in his ceiling that connects to a hole in the floor upstairs.
Temporary Sleeping Arrangements
Temporary Sleeping Arrangements
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Arrival of Pete
Arrival of Pete
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Mystery of the Missing Bell
Mystery of the Missing Bell
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Evan's Eagerness
Evan's Eagerness
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Maxwell's Introduction
Maxwell's Introduction
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Get Smart Show
Get Smart Show
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Jessie's Spy Mission
Jessie's Spy Mission
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Boys in the Barn
Boys in the Barn
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Evan's Encounter with Grandma
Evan's Encounter with Grandma
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Escorting Grandma Home
Escorting Grandma Home
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Grandma's Change
Grandma's Change
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Dinner with Grandma
Dinner with Grandma
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Jessie's Story to Mrs. Cooper
Jessie's Story to Mrs. Cooper
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Spying Technique
Spying Technique
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Mystery Elements
Mystery Elements
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Unusual Behavior of Grandma
Unusual Behavior of Grandma
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Tools in the Barn
Tools in the Barn
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The Act of Reminiscing
The Act of Reminiscing
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Preparing for New Year's Eve
Preparing for New Year's Eve
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Appearance of Snowshoes
Appearance of Snowshoes
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Jessie's Diagram
Jessie's Diagram
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Maxwell's Dislike for Nicknames
Maxwell's Dislike for Nicknames
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Evan's Relief with Pete
Evan's Relief with Pete
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Puzzle Building Activity
Puzzle Building Activity
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Waiting for a Bus
Waiting for a Bus
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Repairing the Roof
Repairing the Roof
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Evan's Exhaustion
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Study Notes
Unexpected Damage at Grandma's House
- The Treski family arrives at Grandma's house to find a large hole in the kitchen wall, with edges blackened and a strong smell of smoke.
- Evan's mom is surprised and unable to handle the situation, unlike her usual self who can solve any problem.
- Evan discovers a two-foot-wide hole in the kitchen ceiling, leading to a hole in the floor upstairs, specifically in his room.
- Windows in Evan's room are shattered, and the room is covered in shards and snow due to the broken windows.
- Evan is asked not to sleep in his room and is suggested to sleep in Grandma's room or on the living room couch, which has a wood-burning stove for warmth.
- Evan and his sister, Jessie, are puzzled by the unusual situation and feel that nothing is as it should be.
- Evan hears a car approaching and feels a brief moment of panic before realizing the vulnerability of the house due to the hole in the wall.
- A man named Pete arrives, introducing himself as the one doing the work on Grandma's house, and goes to inspect the damage with Evan's mom.
- Pete is described as tall and thin, wearing a long-sleeve T-shirt, a down vest, jeans, and heavy work boots.
- Evan feels relieved after meeting Pete and realizes he is not dangerous.
- Pete goes to the basement to turn the electricity on and then walks Evan's mom through the damage.
- The family is left to deal with the unexpected damage and make temporary living arrangements while repairs are underway.
The Mystery of the Missing Bell
- Evan and Pete are cleaning up sawdust and debris from their construction work
- Jessie enters the house wearing snowshoes and claims that the New Year's Eve bell is missing
- Jessie shows Evan a letter stating the bell is worth $2,500
- Evan and Jessie are concerned about finding the bell before New Year's Eve
- Maxwell, a boy who knows their grandmother, arrives and introduces himself as smart
- Jessie and Maxwell talk about their activities with their grandmother
- Pete informs Evan that he will continue working on the construction the next day
- Evan's eagerness to work on the construction is evident
- Evan's grandmother arrives home
- The text is focused on the mystery of the missing bell and the interaction between the characters
- The setting involves a construction site and a family home
- The characters' personalities and relationships are revealed through their dialogue and actions
The Mystery of the Bell: A Secret Agent Adventure
- Jessie and Maxwell are building a puzzle, but Maxwell's movements distract Jessie.
- Maxwell dislikes nicknames and expresses his dislike for them loudly.
- Maxwell introduces Jessie to the TV show "Get Smart," and they watch the first episode together.
- Maxwell explains that his name, Maxwell Smart, is a joke because Mrs. Joyce always calls him "smart."
- The show features a confident secret agent, Maxwell Smart, and his colleague Agent 99, and they use various gadgets.
- Inspired by the show, Jessie suggests they become real secret agents and solve a crime.
- Meanwhile, Evan and Pete are fixing holes in the roof when Mrs. Treski asks Evan to take Grandma for a walk.
- Grandma, who usually enjoys walking, seems different, and Evan is reluctant to take her.
- Evan remembers a conversation in the kitchen with his grandmother, but his mother explains that she is not herself.
- The text sets the stage for a potential mystery involving Grandma's unusual behavior and the children's secret agent aspirations.
- The story is a blend of a children's adventure and a family mystery, with different characters and plotlines intertwining.
- The text provides insight into the characters' personalities and dynamics, setting the stage for potential conflicts and resolutions.
Jessie Spies on the Boys in the Barn
- Jessie decides to spy on the boys in the barn alone, as Maxwell stays behind
- She avoids spying from the open door to prevent getting caught
- Jessie spots windows on the sides and back of the barn and uses them to spy
- Inside the barn, she sees the usual items like a tractor and old tools
- Jessie hears hammering and continues to move around the barn
- She discovers a small window that allows her to see the boys without being seen
- The boys are in a stall used for storing firewood, and they are nailing something to a board
- Jessie makes a quick diagram of what she sees using her notebook
- Maxwell joins her and whispers questions about what the boys are doing
- The boys are testing spools by spinning them on nails, making a whirring noise
- Jessie realizes the boys are not being mean and are building something new
- Mike holds up a live frog, which he and Jeff are seemingly using for an unknown purpose
Unexpected Encounter and Aftermath
- Evan encounters Grandma waiting for a bus and informs her that all buses are broken
- Grandma plans to write a letter of complaint and is in disbelief about the situation
- Evan, posing as a bus company employee, offers to escort Grandma home
- He convinces her to walk with him, while another passenger, Jessie, joins them
- Throughout the walk, Evan reassures Grandma and helps her reminisce about her youth
- Upon reaching Grandma's house, Evan feels exhausted, but Grandma appears rejuvenated
- Evan watches Grandma enter her house and assures Jessie that she is fine, though different
- Jessie insists on visiting Maxwell, and Evan accompanies her
- After a series of events, including finding Grandma and having dinner, Jessie goes to Maxwell's house
- Mrs. Cooper, Maxwell's mom, questions Jessie about the afternoon's events
- Jessie decides to tell Mrs. Cooper the whole story, including the part about spying
- The summary ends with Jessie sitting with Mrs. Cooper, contemplating the events of the day and deciding to reveal everything
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