Neighborhood Mystery in Maplewood
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What led Mrs. Jenkins to confront the Jacobs about the drum noise?

  • She was jealous of Max's talent and wanted to discourage him from playing drums.
  • She was a professional musician and wanted to offer Max some drumming lessons.
  • She found the drum noise unbearable and wanted them to stop immediately.
  • She noticed that the noise from the drums was causing tension and arguments in the neighborhood. (correct)

    • Why did Max often play his drums louder and longer than before?

  • He enjoyed upsetting Mrs. Jenkins and his neighbors.
  • He was trying to drown out the arguments and tension in the neighborhood. (correct)
  • He wanted to prove his talent to the neighborhood association.
  • He was trying to attract more friends to play with him.

    • What made Mrs. Jacobs snap during the argument with Mrs. Jenkins?

  • Mrs. Jenkins insulted Max's drumming skills.
  • Mrs. Jenkins suggested that the Jacobs should move to a different neighborhood. (correct)
  • Mrs. Jenkins criticized the way Mrs. Jacobs was handling the situation.
  • Mrs. Jenkins threatened to sue the Jacobs for noise disturbance.

    • Why did Mrs. Jenkins feel guilty and decide to apologize to the Jacobs?

    <p>She realized that she had been too harsh on Max and his family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Jacobs resolve the issue of the drum noise disturbing the neighborhood?

    <p>They set up a soundproof room in their garage for Max to play his drums.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary cause of tension in the Maplewood neighborhood?

    <p>Max's constant drumming, which disturbed the neighbors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the neighbors initially react to Max's drumming?

    <p>They found it endearing and a refreshing change of pace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neighbor first raised concerns about Max's drumming?

    <p>Mrs. Jenkins, an elderly woman living next door</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Jacobs family respond when Mrs. Jenkins approached them about Max's drumming?

    <p>They agreed to limit Max's drumming to specific times of the day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage imply about Max's ability to stick to the agreed-upon drumming schedule?

    <p>He struggled to follow the schedule due to his enthusiasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Neighborhood of Maplewood

    • The neighborhood of Maplewood is a close-knit community where everyone knows each other's names.
    • The community is family-oriented, with kids playing together on the streets, and parents looking out for one another.

    The Jacobs Family

    • The Jacobs family, consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Jacobs and their 9-year-old son Max, moved into the neighborhood a few months ago.
    • Mr. and Mrs. Jacobs are both busy professionals.
    • Max is a typical child, full of energy and always up for an adventure.

    The Drumming Issue

    • Max loves to play his drums, which initially amused the neighbors.
    • However, the constant noise from the drums became too much for some of the neighbors to handle.
    • Mrs. Jenkins, an elderly woman who lived next door to the Jacobs, was the first to complain about the noise.

    The Conflict

    • The Jacobs tried to accommodate the neighbors' requests, but it seemed like no matter what they did, it was never enough.
    • The tension in the neighborhood began to rise, and people started to take sides.
    • The once-friendly conversations turned into heated arguments.
    • Max, feeling frustrated, would often take out his emotions on his drums, playing even louder and longer than before.

    The Turning Point

    • Mrs. Jenkins stormed over to the Jacobs' house and yelled at them, saying they were causing a disturbance in the neighborhood and should consider moving to a more suitable place for Max to play his drums.
    • Mrs. Jacobs, feeling frustrated, yelled back at Mrs. Jenkins, saying they didn't want to uproot their family.
    • The argument ended when Max came out of the house, tears streaming down his face, and Mrs. Jacobs pulled him into the house.

    The Resolution

    • Mrs. Jenkins felt guilty about the argument and apologized to the Jacobs the next day.
    • The Jacobs had set up their garage as a soundproof room for Max to play his drums in, fully equipped with soundproofing materials and special acoustic tools.
    • The neighbors were amazed by the Jacobs' dedication to finding a solution and were touched by Max's talent and passion for music.
    • From that day on, the neighbors started to see Max in a different light, and some even started to offer him lessons.
    • Max finally had friends in the neighborhood, and the once-divided community came together to support the Jacobs family.

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