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What indicates that Sludge was not aware of any disturbance when Nate returned to the room?
What indicates that Sludge was not aware of any disturbance when Nate returned to the room?
- Sludge growled softly.
- Sludge hid under the bed.
- Sludge wagged his tail. (correct)
- Sludge barked loudly.
Why did Olivia think Nate and Sludge might not want to guard the empty cage?
Why did Olivia think Nate and Sludge might not want to guard the empty cage?
- They were busy with other cases.
- They had a fear of owls.
- They had no interest in cages.
- She knew they preferred challenging tasks. (correct)
What does Nate conclude about the note concerning Hoot?
What does Nate conclude about the note concerning Hoot?
- It was written by Olivia.
- It was a secret code.
- It was a get-well note. (correct)
- It was a threat.
What piece of evidence makes Nate believe that none of the suspects wanted to harm Hoot?
What piece of evidence makes Nate believe that none of the suspects wanted to harm Hoot?
How does Nate determine that Olivia unintentionally gave him an unwanted clue?
How does Nate determine that Olivia unintentionally gave him an unwanted clue?
What is Nate the Great's primary role in this story?
What is Nate the Great's primary role in this story?
Why does Hoot need to take a train instead of a plane?
Why does Hoot need to take a train instead of a plane?
What does Olivia use to describe her fashion choice?
What does Olivia use to describe her fashion choice?
What does Hoot eat, according to Olivia?
What does Hoot eat, according to Olivia?
Who will drive Nate and Hoot to the train station?
Who will drive Nate and Hoot to the train station?
What does the note imply about Hoot?
What does the note imply about Hoot?
Why can't Olivia be Hoot's bodyguard?
Why can't Olivia be Hoot's bodyguard?
What did Willie say about Hoot's cage?
What did Willie say about Hoot's cage?
Who did Nate the Great meet in the lounge?
Who did Nate the Great meet in the lounge?
What was Sludge's behavior while Nate was outside?
What was Sludge's behavior while Nate was outside?
What did the lady soaking her feet think of Hoot?
What did the lady soaking her feet think of Hoot?
What was Nate's conclusion about Hoot at the end of the passage?
What was Nate's conclusion about Hoot at the end of the passage?
What event caused Nate to become alert and focused?
What event caused Nate to become alert and focused?
What was Nate searching for on the train?
What was Nate searching for on the train?
What did the waiter think of Nate's question about a mouse?
What did the waiter think of Nate's question about a mouse?
What did Nate want to eat while he reflected on his clues?
What did Nate want to eat while he reflected on his clues?
How did the musician describe Hoot's screeching?
How did the musician describe Hoot's screeching?
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Study Notes
Nate the Great and the Owl Express
- Nate the Great is a detective traveling on a train with his dog Sludge, who is also a detective. They are tasked with protecting an owl named Hoot.
- Hoot belongs to Nate's cousin, Olivia Sharp, who is also a detective. The owl needs to travel to a special doctor in Los Angeles, as Hoot dislikes flying.
- Olivia enlists Nate and Sludge to be bodyguards for Hoot due to a note indicating a possible threat against her.
- Olivia explains that she can't be Hoot's bodyguard because the neighbors would recognize her, so she relies on Nate to go undercover.
- They are driven to the train station in a limo by Willie, Olivia's chauffeur, who assures that all necessary arrangements for Hoot's travel are taken care of.
- On the train, Nate and Sludge secure Hoot's cage and observe suspicious behavior from passengers. Nate starts gathering information about anyone who might know Hoot.
- A lady admits to knowing Hoot but dislikes her, while a musician enjoys her presence. Nate also encounters an eccentric man, the "Owl Man," who resembles Hoot.
- Nate deduces that Sludge is performing his role well, as he remains calm, suggesting that no one has approached the cage while Nate was asleep.
- During a meal of pancakes, Nate reflects on clues and feels something is amiss regarding Hoot’s disappearance when he discovers that the cage is empty.
- He suspects foul play, noting the cage is pristine and Hoot never truly occupied it, pointing to Olivia's clever ruse.
- Eventually, Nate gathers a group, including those previously questioned, to clarify the situation regarding the note that supposedly threatened Hoot.
- It is revealed that the "terrible note" was actually a get-well message from the musician, aimed at Hoot's health.
- Nate concludes that appearances can be misleading, emphasizing different perspectives on the same situation.
- The case concludes with Olivia expressing admiration for Nate's detective skills, and he prepares to locate Hoot, who remains hidden on the train.
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