The Bears on Hemlock Mountain by Alice Dalgliesh True and False

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Jonathan's farmhouse was located at the top of Hemlock Mountain.

False

Jonathan was nine years old when he went over Hemlock Mountain.

False

The small creatures could easily find enough to eat during the cold winter.

False

Jonathan's family often visited the gray stone farmhouse for meals.

True

Jonathan goes to the mountain with nuts for the squirrels, bread crumbs for the birds, and a request for carrots for the rabbits.

True

Jonathan's mother is not concerned about bears on Hemlock Mountain.

False

Jonathan encounters only rabbits and birds on the mountain.

False

Jonathan feels less lonely and no longer worried about bears after feeding the animals.

True

Jonathan repeats to himself that there are bears on Hemlock Mountain as he starts his journey down.

False

Jonathan realizes he was not the only one on the mountain upon reaching the bottom.

False

Jonathan hears the sounds of winter upon reaching the bottom of the mountain.

False

Jonathan rushes to his Aunt Emma's house and is welcomed warmly.

True

Jonathan's aunt offers him comfort and food after his snowy adventure.

True

The story takes place on Hemlock Mountain.

True

Jonathan goes to the mountain with nuts for the birds, bread crumbs for the squirrels, and a request for carrots for the rabbits.

False

Jonathan's mother reassures him that there are no bears on Hemlock Mountain.

False

Jonathan hears the sound of heavy paws on the snow, realizing that bears are approaching.

True

Jonathan tries to keep up his courage by repeating that there are no bears on Hemlock Mountain.

True

Jonathan regrets waiting at Aunt Emma's, eating too many cookies, and falling asleep.

True

Jonathan hears the distant sound of boots on the snow and recognizes his father's voice.

True

Jonathan's uncles go into the woods with their guns, while Jonathan and his father start heading home.

False

Jonathan confesses to his father about eating cookies, drinking milk, and sleeping, realizing his mistake.

True

They hear a shot in the woods, and Jonathan's father predicts they will have bear steak for dinner.

False

They reach the gray stone farmhouse, and Jonathan's mother is relieved to see him safely home.

True

Jonathan proudly presents the iron pot he brought over Hemlock Mountain.

True

Jonathan insists there are bears on Hemlock Mountain, pointing to bear tracks in the snow.

False

Jonathan realizes he is not alone as he hears birds and squirrels in the trees.

True

His father, uncles, and Jonathan reunite, and his father questions him about his whereabouts.

True

Jonathan's family has many aunts, uncles, and cousins, making their household lively and full of company.

True

Jonathan's favorite uncle is Young Uncle James, who shares his love for nature and teaches Jonathan to observe and appreciate wildlife.

True

The bond between Jonathan and Young Uncle James grows as they spend time together in nature, observing animals and birds without disturbing them.

True

Jonathan expresses his desire to see a bear, and Young Uncle James hints that it might happen someday.

True

The family is preparing for a large gathering, including twenty-three people, and Jonathan's mother is worried about cooking a stew for everyone.

True

Jonathan's father suggests making a big stew and serving cookies, but the challenge is finding a pot large enough for the stew.

True

Jonathan's mother decides to borrow a large iron pot from Aunt Emma across Hemlock Mountain for the stew.

True

Initially hesitant due to stories of bears on Hemlock Mountain, Jonathan is encouraged by his mother to fetch the pot, and he sets out well-prepared with warm clothing and provisions for animals.

True

Jonathan sets off to Hemlock Mountain, but before leaving, he asks his mother for carrots to feed the rabbits there.

False

The story highlights the close-knit and supportive nature of Jonathan's family, as they work together to prepare for the gathering and support Jonathan in his adventure.

True

The text presents a heartwarming tale of family, nature, and the adventures of a young boy, emphasizing the values of curiosity, bravery, and togetherness.

True

The narrative sets the stage for further adventures and the development of Jonathan's character, as he embarks on his journey to Hemlock Mountain.

True

Jonathan visited Aunt Emma's house and was given a whole pile of crisp, crunchy cookies with a big blue pitcher of milk.

True

Aunt Emma was not worried about Jonathan being alone on Hemlock Mountain at night.

False

Jonathan fell asleep by the warm fire at Aunt Emma's house.

True

Aunt Emma suspected that Jonathan had come over Hemlock Mountain alone and was thinking about bears.

True

Jonathan did not forget the big iron pot for his mother's supper when he prepared to leave Aunt Emma's house.

False

Jonathan felt scared and thought about bears as he headed back up Hemlock Mountain with the heavy iron pot.

True

Jonathan used the big iron pot as a makeshift safe house to hide from two big, dark figures.

True

Aunt Emma did not question Jonathan's purpose for visiting when he arrived at her house.

False

Jonathan was not reminded by the big black cat to return home before dark.

False

Jonathan heard a lonely owl and repeated to himself 'there are no bears on Hemlock Mountain' to keep up his courage.

True

Aunt Emma did not offer Jonathan cookies when he visited her house.

False

Jonathan did not try to keep up his courage while waiting in his makeshift safe house under the big iron pot.

False

Study Notes

Jonathan's Visit to Aunt Emma's House

  • Jonathan visits his Aunt Emma and tries not to look hungry, having forgotten about cookies eaten on the way
  • Aunt Emma questions Jonathan's purpose for visiting and suspects he came over Hemlock Mountain alone, thinking about bears
  • Aunt Emma offers Jonathan cookies and a whole pile of crisp, crunchy cookies with a big blue pitcher of milk
  • Jonathan rocks, munches on cookies, and drinks milk, eventually falling asleep by the warm fire
  • The big black cat wakes Jonathan up as the sun goes lower in the sky, reminding him to return home before dark
  • Jonathan prepares to leave but realizes he forgot the big iron pot for his mother's supper and returns to Aunt Emma's house
  • Aunt Emma lends Jonathan the big iron pot, which feels heavy, and she worries about him being alone on Hemlock Mountain at night
  • Jonathan heads back up Hemlock Mountain with the heavy iron pot as it gets dark, feeling scared and thinking about bears
  • Jonathan hears a lonely owl and tries to keep up his courage by repeating "there are no bears on Hemlock Mountain"
  • Jonathan spots two big, dark figures coming nearer and quickly puts the big iron pot upside down on the snow and hides underneath it
  • Jonathan waits in his makeshift safe house under the pot, trying to remain calm
  • Aunt Emma worries about Jonathan being alone on Hemlock Mountain and the potential presence of bears

A quiz about Jonathan's eventful visit to his Aunt Emma's house, where he enjoys cookies, milk, and a warm fire, but faces challenges on Hemlock Mountain. Test your knowledge of the story by answering questions about Jonathan's adventures.

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