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What was Rory's first approach to increase pledges?
What was Rory's first approach to increase pledges?
How did Jumbo initially react to the presence of the film crews?
How did Jumbo initially react to the presence of the film crews?
What significant contribution did Rory’s father make during the fundraising efforts?
What significant contribution did Rory’s father make during the fundraising efforts?
What did Rory ultimately realize was more important than his initial fundraising efforts?
What did Rory ultimately realize was more important than his initial fundraising efforts?
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What emotion did Rory express when Jumbo was taken away?
What emotion did Rory express when Jumbo was taken away?
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What did Rory initially want to show his father?
What did Rory initially want to show his father?
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How did Rory's father react when he first saw the elephant?
How did Rory's father react when he first saw the elephant?
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What does Rory's father explain about Jumbo's past?
What does Rory's father explain about Jumbo's past?
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Where did Jumbo travel after being captured by the hunters?
Where did Jumbo travel after being captured by the hunters?
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What routine change occurred when Jumbo grew full-size?
What routine change occurred when Jumbo grew full-size?
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How did some people respond to Jumbo's situation in the circus?
How did some people respond to Jumbo's situation in the circus?
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What was Jumbo doing when Rory and his father observed her?
What was Jumbo doing when Rory and his father observed her?
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Why did Rory feel excited about Jumbo?
Why did Rory feel excited about Jumbo?
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What was Rory's initial plan for raising money to send Jumbo to America?
What was Rory's initial plan for raising money to send Jumbo to America?
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Why did Rory's father think it would be cruel to send Jumbo back to the wild?
Why did Rory's father think it would be cruel to send Jumbo back to the wild?
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After selling lemonade, how much money did Rory manage to raise?
After selling lemonade, how much money did Rory manage to raise?
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How did Rory's friends contribute to his fundraising efforts?
How did Rory's friends contribute to his fundraising efforts?
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What was Rory's ultimate fundraising idea involving Jumbo?
What was Rory's ultimate fundraising idea involving Jumbo?
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What amount did Rory and his friends save after one month of selling muffins?
What amount did Rory and his friends save after one month of selling muffins?
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What did Rory feel like after realizing how much money he needed to send Jumbo to the reserve?
What did Rory feel like after realizing how much money he needed to send Jumbo to the reserve?
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What did Rory's dad suggest as a way to gather support for their fundraising?
What did Rory's dad suggest as a way to gather support for their fundraising?
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Study Notes
Rory and Jumbo
- Young Rory spots an elephant (Jumbo) in his garden.
- Dad calls the police, who confirm Jumbo is now in a paddock nearby.
- Rory visits Jumbo every day, and she sometimes interacts with their fence.
- Rory learns about Jumbo's early life on African plains.
Jumbo's Early Life
- Jumbo was born in Africa and raised among other elephants.
- She witnessed hunters attacking her herd.
- She was captured and taken to circuses such as London and Asia
- She was often displayed and given rides at zoos
Jumbo's Travels
- Jumbo travelled around the world, making appearances in many circuses from London and Asia.
- She learned some tricks and interacted with people.
- Some people protested for her freedom.
Rory's Actions
- Rory wants to help Jumbo return to her natural habitat, but finds it expensive.
- Rory bakes and sells blueberry muffins with his friend Help to raise money for Jumbo.
- They make enough to help send Jumbo to America.
- The funds come from family, friends, and a fundraising initiative.
Jumbo's New Home
- After several incidents, Jumbo enters a sanctuary to live with other elephants.
Conclusion
- Jumbo lives in a sanctuary in America with other elephants, in a new retirement home.
- This marks the conclusion of Rory's journey to help Jumbo.
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Join Rory as he discovers Jumbo, the elephant, in his garden. This quiz explores Jumbo's early life in Africa, her travels to circuses, and Rory's determination to help her return to the wild. Test your knowledge of their heartwarming story!