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What is the primary topic discussed between Max and Inspector Fontaine?
What is the primary topic discussed between Max and Inspector Fontaine?
Where is the house being discussed located?
Where is the house being discussed located?
Who is one of the main characters involved in the conversation?
Who is one of the main characters involved in the conversation?
What is notably absent from the conversation between Max and Inspector Fontaine?
What is notably absent from the conversation between Max and Inspector Fontaine?
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Which element is part of the discussion between the characters?
Which element is part of the discussion between the characters?
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Flashcards
Max
Max
A character involved in a conversation with Inspector Fontaine.
Inspector Fontaine
Inspector Fontaine
A character who engages in dialogue about a house.
House in Washington, D.C.
House in Washington, D.C.
The setting where the conversation takes place.
Garden
Garden
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Conversation
Conversation
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Study Notes
Inspector Fontaine and Max
- Inspector Fontaine visited Max's house in Washington D.C.
- Max's grandfather, Henri Fontaine, previously owned the house.
- Max's best friend, Georges De Smet, lived next door
- Hugo LeClercq also lived nearby.
- Inspector Fontaine commented on the overgrown garden.
- He thought the garden needed trimming.
Max and his Family
- Max lived in Washington, D.C.
- His father sold the house after his grandfather died.
- Current owners are renting the house to foreigners.
- Max valued the overgrown garden more than the house's appearance.
- Max felt the house was Inspector Fontaine's, more than his parents.
Inspector Fontaine's Actions
- Inspector Fontaine spoke to Max about Belgium's contributions to world culture.
- The Belgian comic strip "Tintin" and "The Smurfs" were mentioned.
- Inspector Fontaine gave Max a card with his name and extension.
- Max felt Inspector Fontaine was less interested in protecting the family compared to interfering.
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Description
Explore the intriguing relationship between Inspector Fontaine and Max, as they navigate family history and cultural heritage in Washington D.C. The narrative touches on personal values, neighborhood dynamics, and the connection to Belgium's cultural contributions. Dive into the complexities of familial legacy and community ties.
