The Return of the Rag Picker Ch 1
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The Return of the Rag Picker Ch 1

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What vehicle was Og Mandino and Bette driving during their journey?

  • A red Chevrolet Malibu
  • A blue Honda Accord
  • A blue Ford Explorer
  • A blue Lincoln Town Car (correct)

    • Why did Bette insist on accompanying Og Mandino to Boston?

  • She was looking for a vacation destination.
  • She remembered a promise made to their sons. (correct)
  • She wanted to explore Boston's famous landmarks.
  • She wanted to attend the speech for professional reasons.

    • What theme did Thomas Wolfe emphasize in his powerful novel?

  • The joy of family reunions
  • The impossibility of recapturing the past (correct)
  • The inevitability of aging
  • The beauty of childhood memories

    • What was the weather like as they drove north on Route 93?

    <p>Dusk with streaks of pink and copper in the sky</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What had occupied their previous vacation priorities over returning to New Hampshire?

    <p>Going to vacation homes in Michigan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for Og Mandino and Bette's trip to New Hampshire?

    <p>To revisit places from their past</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statue did Og Mandino and Bette photograph at the New Hampshire state capitol?

    <p>Colonel John Stark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Bette’s reaction to seeing their old apartment building?

    <p>She felt nostalgia and disbelief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Bette describe the ambience of New Hampshire upon their return?

    <p>Lovely, peaceful, and uncrowded</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotional response did Bette display at Hampton Beach?

    <p>Sadness from recognizing past struggles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Og Mandino's initial concern about revisiting his old hometown?

    <p>It might not meet his memories’ expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant landmark did Bette mention during their visit?

    <p>The Capitol Theatre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of fourteen dollars mentioned by Bette?

    <p>Rent amount from their first apartment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity were Og and Bette engaged in while at Peterborough?

    <p>Videotaping their experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Bette's role during their trip's video documentation?

    <p>Being the narrator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Story

    • Bette and Og are driving through New Hampshire, revisiting places from their early years together.
    • Their sons, Dana and Matt, have asked them to videotape these places for them.
    • They are traveling in a rented Lincoln Town Car.
    • The trip is a nostalgic journey down memory lane.

    Visiting New Hampshire

    • They visit Concord, the state capital, and photograph statues of John Stark, Daniel Webster, John Hale, and Franklin Pierce.
    • The oldest state capitol in the nation is located in Concord.
    • They also visit Oak Street, where their first apartment was located.
    • They revisit South Main Street and the Capitol Theatre.
    • Other stops include Shaker Village in Canterbury Center, Newfound Lake, Echo Lake, Portsmouth, Hampton Beach, and Peterborough.
    • Peterborough is where Thornton Wilder drew inspiration for his play "Our Town".
    • They spend a night in Keene and visit the town's covered bridge.

    Langville

    • Langville is Bette's hometown.
    • The town has a population of approximately 2,400.
    • They visit the Langville Inn, Robert's Hardware Store, the town hall, the post office, and the Langville Savings Bank.
    • They photograph homes from different architectural periods on Main Street.
    • They visit Bette's childhood home on Jefferson Avenue.
    • They visit Bette's former school, now an apartment house.
    • They visit Grange Hall, where Bette spent time doing community service.
    • They visit the church grounds where Bette and Og were married and their sons were christened.
    • During their visit, the church bell tolls noon.

    Reflecting on the Past

    • Bette and Og are both moved by their trip.
    • They are happy to share their past with their sons.
    • They recognize how much their journey has changed them.
    • Bette says that it wasn't easy to appreciate New Hampshire's beauty when they were struggling to make ends meet.
    • They are both touched by the memories they have shared.

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    Join Bette and Og as they travel through New Hampshire, revisiting significant places from their past. This quiz explores their journey to historical landmarks, nostalgic locations, and scenic spots that hold memories. Test your knowledge about the sites they visited and the stories behind them.

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