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What detail indicates the narrator's deep connection with nature?
What detail indicates the narrator's deep connection with nature?
- The narrator shouts when they hear screaming and raccoons are in the tree house.
- The narrator mentions that Halloween was over at midnight, but for them it is just beginning.
- The narrator uses a turtle-shell lamp and observes the moon as big as a pumpkin. (correct)
- The narrator precisely identifies a flying squirrel, something they have never seen before around the camp.
The narrator's emotional state shifts from serenity to dismay. Which event triggers this shift?
The narrator's emotional state shifts from serenity to dismay. Which event triggers this shift?
- Discovering the mess made by the animals in the tree house. (correct)
- Falling asleep by the fire and then being awakened by screaming.
- Witnessing the raccoon intimidate Jessie C. James.
- Observing the red fox with its wavery, owl-like cry.
What does the behavior of Jessie C. James towards the raccoon suggest about the natural hierarchy observed by the narrator?
What does the behavior of Jessie C. James towards the raccoon suggest about the natural hierarchy observed by the narrator?
- Jessie C. James usually is scared of raccoons.
- Jessie C. James respects the raccoon's superior size and aggression, yielding to it. (correct)
- Jessie C. James is unafraid of any other animals and stands his ground.
- Jessie C. James is protecting the narrator's camp from intruders.
The phrase 'Halloween was over at midnight last night, but for us it is just beginning,' suggests what about the narrator's experience?
The phrase 'Halloween was over at midnight last night, but for us it is just beginning,' suggests what about the narrator's experience?
The turtle-shell lamp illuminates not just the narrator's writing, but also serves what symbolic purpose in the context of the story?
The turtle-shell lamp illuminates not just the narrator's writing, but also serves what symbolic purpose in the context of the story?
How do the animals' actions around the camp fire differ from their actions later in the tree house?
How do the animals' actions around the camp fire differ from their actions later in the tree house?
What conclusion can be drawn when the narrator states, 'the more I watched, the more I realized that all these animals were familiar with my camp'?
What conclusion can be drawn when the narrator states, 'the more I watched, the more I realized that all these animals were familiar with my camp'?
How does the narrator's reaction to the disarray in the tree house contrast with their initial observations of the animals?
How does the narrator's reaction to the disarray in the tree house contrast with their initial observations of the animals?
What action does the narrator take to assert dominance over the animals?
What action does the narrator take to assert dominance over the animals?
How does the narrator initially react to being sprayed by the skunk?
How does the narrator initially react to being sprayed by the skunk?
What realization does the narrator have about their past behavior while experiencing the chaotic events?
What realization does the narrator have about their past behavior while experiencing the chaotic events?
What leads the narrator to shout 'Stop laughing!'?
What leads the narrator to shout 'Stop laughing!'?
How does the narrator attempt to secure their dwelling after the series of animal encounters?
How does the narrator attempt to secure their dwelling after the series of animal encounters?
Beyond the physical damage, what is the main emotional impact of the night's events on the narrator?
Beyond the physical damage, what is the main emotional impact of the night's events on the narrator?
Why does the narrator stroke Frightful?
Why does the narrator stroke Frightful?
What is the significance of the last bat darting in the moonlight at the end of the passage?
What is the significance of the last bat darting in the moonlight at the end of the passage?
Flashcards
What animal does Frightful act like when pulling her feathers in?
What animal does Frightful act like when pulling her feathers in?
A raptor that Frightful resembles when she pulls her feathers in.
What is a wavery cry?
What is a wavery cry?
Fox's call that is similar to an owl's hoot.
What is a flying squirrel?
What is a flying squirrel?
Creature seen gliding after sunset.
What is the small grey animal?
What is the small grey animal?
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Who is the white-footed mouse?
Who is the white-footed mouse?
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Why were the raccoons screaming?
Why were the raccoons screaming?
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What happened to the tree house?
What happened to the tree house?
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Who is a big raccoon?
Who is a big raccoon?
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Cache
Cache
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Cavort
Cavort
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Indignity
Indignity
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Dodge
Dodge
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Tallow candle
Tallow candle
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Herd
Herd
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Snarl
Snarl
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Glowed
Glowed
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Study Notes
- Halloween night is observed with the moon appearing large and orange behind the aspens.
- Cool winds and bright stars create an eerie atmosphere, influencing the narrator's imagination.
- Frightful's alert behavior suggests the presence of multiple creatures nearby.
- Jessie C. James is mentioned, anticipating his arrival for venison.
Animal Encounters
- A large, ferocious raccoon intimidates Jessie C. James, who allows it to eat without resistance.
- A red fox appears, emitting an eerie yelp and weaving silently near the narrator's store tree, inducing goosebumps.
- A flying squirrel is spotted, marking a new observation for the narrator after sunset.
- A white-footed mouse casually traverses the woodpile, indicating familiarity with the camp.
The Halloween Party
- Animals are accustomed to the camp, as a white-footed mouse treats the woodpile as its own.
- Screaming awakens the narrator, revealing raccoons inside the tree house, scattering acorns and beechnuts.
- The narrator slips on nuts while trying to light a candle, highlighting the chaos caused by the animal guests.
- Raccoons raided the food cache of acorns and beechnuts, tossing them around the treehouse
Skunk Encounter
- A skunk sprays the narrator after being stumbled upon while chasing raccoons, adding to the night's indignities.
- A bat circles the candle, intensifying the Halloween atmosphere.
- The narrator reflects on past Halloween pranks in New York, finding them humorless in the current situation.
- The raccoons playfully toss around the narrator's winter food supply, exacerbating the problem of their presence.
Asserting Dominance
- The narrator succeeds in herding the raccoons out of the tree and lacing the door
- A red fox appears to smile mockingly at the narrator, vanishing when shouted at.
- Frightful grabs the narrator's hand hard enough to cause a yell, further startling the animals.
- Inspired by the raccoon's dominance over Jessie C. James, the narrator confronts the animals with aggressive vocalizations.
The Aftermath
- The narrator shouts, growls, snarls, and hisses at the animals, successfully driving them away by asserting dominance.
- The red eyes of the departing animals chill the narrator, emphasizing the night's surreal nature.
- The narrator dives into bed and ties the door, ending the Halloween notes, and securing the tree house.
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Description
Observations on Halloween night reveal eerie animal behaviors and encounters. These include a large raccoon intimidating Jessie C. James. Also, a red fox induces goosebumps, and raccoons invade the tree house. The atmosphere influences the narrator's imagination.
