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What does Sophie's father call her?
What does Sophie's father call her?
- Sophie the Dreamer
- Sophie the Adventurous
- Sophie the Wanderer
- Three-sided Sophie (correct)
What does the sea symbolize for Sophie?
What does the sea symbolize for Sophie?
- Freedom and adventure (correct)
- Loneliness and isolation
- Nostalgia and longing
- Fear and danger
What does Sophie's dream about the wall of water represent?
What does Sophie's dream about the wall of water represent?
- Fear of the unknown and uncontrollable (correct)
- Desire for solitude and peace
- Longing for companionship and safety
- Excitement for new experiences and challenges
What does Sophie's father believe will happen if she gets the three sides together?
What does Sophie's father believe will happen if she gets the three sides together?
What is the protagonist's age?
What is the protagonist's age?
Who accompanies the protagonist on the sailboat?
Who accompanies the protagonist on the sailboat?
What is the protagonist's family's recent location?
What is the protagonist's family's recent location?
What is the protagonist's dream adventure?
What is the protagonist's dream adventure?
When is the protagonist's sailing adventure scheduled to begin?
When is the protagonist's sailing adventure scheduled to begin?
Who expresses concerns about the trip not being suitable for a girl?
Who expresses concerns about the trip not being suitable for a girl?
Who is a key figure in the protagonist's life?
Who is a key figure in the protagonist's life?
What is the source of comfort for the protagonist's mother?
What is the source of comfort for the protagonist's mother?
What is an important event for the protagonist's family?
What is an important event for the protagonist's family?
Where does the protagonist yearn to sail?
Where does the protagonist yearn to sail?
What does the protagonist's mother worry about?
What does the protagonist's mother worry about?
Who insists on driving the protagonist to meet her uncles and cousins?
Who insists on driving the protagonist to meet her uncles and cousins?
Who proposed a redesign for the bilge on The Wanderer?
Who proposed a redesign for the bilge on The Wanderer?
What did Cody choose as a summer project instead of reading books?
What did Cody choose as a summer project instead of reading books?
Who keeps the official captain's log with neat maps charting the journey?
Who keeps the official captain's log with neat maps charting the journey?
Where did the crew embark on a journey from, heading towards England?
Where did the crew embark on a journey from, heading towards England?
What was Uncle Dock's estimate for the journey's duration?
What was Uncle Dock's estimate for the journey's duration?
Who did not participate in the repairing, redesigning, and cleaning of The Wanderer?
Who did not participate in the repairing, redesigning, and cleaning of The Wanderer?
What was Sophie's assigned task on The Wanderer?
What was Sophie's assigned task on The Wanderer?
Where did the crew make stops during the journey's first leg?
Where did the crew make stops during the journey's first leg?
What did the crew have to do daily during the journey?
What did the crew have to do daily during the journey?
What was the crew's summer project instead of reading books?
What was the crew's summer project instead of reading books?
Who estimated the journey's duration to be three to four weeks?
Who estimated the journey's duration to be three to four weeks?
What did Sophie reminisce about during the journey towards Block Island?
What did Sophie reminisce about during the journey towards Block Island?
What is the protagonist considering teaching their boat family?
What is the protagonist considering teaching their boat family?
What does the protagonist express frustration about?
What does the protagonist express frustration about?
Where does the group anchor The Wanderer?
Where does the group anchor The Wanderer?
What does the protagonist yearn for?
What does the protagonist yearn for?
Who does the protagonist seek solace from?
Who does the protagonist seek solace from?
What is Brian's behavior described as?
What is Brian's behavior described as?
What does the protagonist admire about Sophie?
What does the protagonist admire about Sophie?
What unexpected tenderness does Cody show?
What unexpected tenderness does Cody show?
What does the protagonist experience while up the mast and on the boat?
What does the protagonist experience while up the mast and on the boat?
What does the text capture about the protagonist's relationships with their boat family?
What does the text capture about the protagonist's relationships with their boat family?
What is the protagonist uncomfortable with but understands its necessity?
What is the protagonist uncomfortable with but understands its necessity?
What does the protagonist express a desire to do?
What does the protagonist express a desire to do?
Who is described as a worrier and a stickler for organization during the boat preparation?
Who is described as a worrier and a stickler for organization during the boat preparation?
What is the name of the boat being prepared for the journey?
What is the name of the boat being prepared for the journey?
Which family member is described as laid-back and relaxed, often barking orders at his son?
Which family member is described as laid-back and relaxed, often barking orders at his son?
What does Brian focus on during the boat preparation?
What does Brian focus on during the boat preparation?
Who is depicted as a charming and fit individual, attracting attention from girls at the boatyard?
Who is depicted as a charming and fit individual, attracting attention from girls at the boatyard?
How long does the family spend preparing the boat in Connecticut?
How long does the family spend preparing the boat in Connecticut?
What adds to the discomfort and tension during the preparations for the journey?
What adds to the discomfort and tension during the preparations for the journey?
Who understands and supports Sophie's desire to sail?
Who understands and supports Sophie's desire to sail?
What type of boat is The Wanderer?
What type of boat is The Wanderer?
Who seems to have selective deafness according to the text?
Who seems to have selective deafness according to the text?
Which family member remains calm and unfazed despite mishaps and work that needs to be done?
Which family member remains calm and unfazed despite mishaps and work that needs to be done?
What part of the boat requires extensive repairs and maintenance before it is ready for the sea?
What part of the boat requires extensive repairs and maintenance before it is ready for the sea?
What did Cody try to teach the crew, which ended in frustration?
What did Cody try to teach the crew, which ended in frustration?
What activity did Brian criticize and find pointless during the journey's preparations?
What activity did Brian criticize and find pointless during the journey's preparations?
What is the crew's next destination after departing from their current location?
What is the crew's next destination after departing from their current location?
What did Sophie admit to Brian when he asked about her preference between him and someone else?
What did Sophie admit to Brian when he asked about her preference between him and someone else?
What was the reason Bompie decided to cross the train tracks despite the warnings?
What was the reason Bompie decided to cross the train tracks despite the warnings?
What did Bompie hear when he was in the middle of the train tracks?
What did Bompie hear when he was in the middle of the train tracks?
What was the weather like when Bompie decided to cross the train tracks?
What was the weather like when Bompie decided to cross the train tracks?
What term does Uncle Dock use to describe the wind?
What term does Uncle Dock use to describe the wind?
What did Uncle Stew emphasize the crew should learn for their safety?
What did Uncle Stew emphasize the crew should learn for their safety?
Where does the crew sail through towards Grand Manan Island?
Where does the crew sail through towards Grand Manan Island?
What challenges did the crew encounter during the journey?
What challenges did the crew encounter during the journey?
What did the crew adjust during foggy conditions?
What did the crew adjust during foggy conditions?
What did Sophie express exhaustion about?
What did Sophie express exhaustion about?
What caused tensions among the crew?
What caused tensions among the crew?
What did the dolphins provide during the journey?
What did the dolphins provide during the journey?
What did Sophie dream about during the journey?
What did Sophie dream about during the journey?
What did the text capture about life on board the Wanderer?
What did the text capture about life on board the Wanderer?
What does the protagonist suspect about Uncle Dock?
What does the protagonist suspect about Uncle Dock?
What does the protagonist reflect on the importance of documenting?
What does the protagonist reflect on the importance of documenting?
What is the protagonist's reaction to the gender stereotypes and expectations she faces?
What is the protagonist's reaction to the gender stereotypes and expectations she faces?
What is the activity the group engages in with Frank's elderly father?
What is the activity the group engages in with Frank's elderly father?
What is the protagonist drawn to during the clamming experience?
What is the protagonist drawn to during the clamming experience?
What is the clam digging process described as?
What is the clam digging process described as?
What does the text overall touch on?
What does the text overall touch on?
What is the protagonist's mother worried and concerned about?
What is the protagonist's mother worried and concerned about?
What does the protagonist suspect about Bompie, her grandfather?
What does the protagonist suspect about Bompie, her grandfather?
How does Cody handle stereotypical comments?
How does Cody handle stereotypical comments?
What does the protagonist appreciate gaining during the clamming experience?
What does the protagonist appreciate gaining during the clamming experience?
What does the protagonist reflect on the sense of during the clamming experience?
What does the protagonist reflect on the sense of during the clamming experience?
What is the name of the boat the group goes lobstering on?
What is the name of the boat the group goes lobstering on?
What does the group encounter in the lobster pots during their lobstering trip?
What does the group encounter in the lobster pots during their lobstering trip?
What do the characters learn about from Frank during their lobstering trip?
What do the characters learn about from Frank during their lobstering trip?
What is the harbor at Seal Cove described as?
What is the harbor at Seal Cove described as?
What does Sophie tell a vivid story about during their journey?
What does Sophie tell a vivid story about during their journey?
What do the characters do with a female lobster during their lobstering trip?
What do the characters do with a female lobster during their lobstering trip?
What is the main focus of the text during the characters' time on Grand Manan?
What is the main focus of the text during the characters' time on Grand Manan?
What is the topic of discussion among the characters during their sailing journey?
What is the topic of discussion among the characters during their sailing journey?
What does the text highlight about the characters' attitudes during their fishing trip?
What does the text highlight about the characters' attitudes during their fishing trip?
What do the characters experience upon arriving at Seal Cove on Grand Manan?
What do the characters experience upon arriving at Seal Cove on Grand Manan?
What does the text vividly describe during the characters' time on Grand Manan?
What does the text vividly describe during the characters' time on Grand Manan?
What do the characters immerse themselves in during their time on Grand Manan?
What do the characters immerse themselves in during their time on Grand Manan?
What is the significance of Uncle Mo shortening his name to Mo?
What is the significance of Uncle Mo shortening his name to Mo?
Why did Uncle Dock change his name to Dock?
Why did Uncle Dock change his name to Dock?
What does the protagonist reflect on regarding Bompie's real name?
What does the protagonist reflect on regarding Bompie's real name?
What advice does Sophie share about the journey?
What advice does Sophie share about the journey?
What fascinates Sophie during the journey?
What fascinates Sophie during the journey?
What causes tension between Brian and Sophie?
What causes tension between Brian and Sophie?
Why does the protagonist question her father's motive for inviting her on the trip?
Why does the protagonist question her father's motive for inviting her on the trip?
What does Sophie share about Bompie's early life?
What does Sophie share about Bompie's early life?
What does the protagonist reflect on in the absence of Brian's lessons?
What does the protagonist reflect on in the absence of Brian's lessons?
What does the protagonist's mom offer her regarding the trip?
What does the protagonist's mom offer her regarding the trip?
What does the protagonist observe about Sophie's fascination with simple things?
What does the protagonist observe about Sophie's fascination with simple things?
What does the protagonist reflect on regarding being stranded on land?
What does the protagonist reflect on regarding being stranded on land?
What does Uncle Dock's announcement of 'zero hour' indicate?
What does Uncle Dock's announcement of 'zero hour' indicate?
How does Sophie react to the frenzied atmosphere during the initial hours of departure?
How does Sophie react to the frenzied atmosphere during the initial hours of departure?
What captures Uncle Mo's attention as they leave the Bay of Fundy?
What captures Uncle Mo's attention as they leave the Bay of Fundy?
How does Brian react to the presence of the seals?
How does Brian react to the presence of the seals?
What did the protagonist worry about while on the boat?
What did the protagonist worry about while on the boat?
What did Uncle Mo do as a career?
What did Uncle Mo do as a career?
What did the protagonist's father suggest doing after an emotional phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What did the protagonist's father suggest doing after an emotional phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What did the protagonist express a desire not to end up in?
What did the protagonist express a desire not to end up in?
What did the protagonist recall Bompie's words about?
What did the protagonist recall Bompie's words about?
What did the group witness during their sailing journey?
What did the group witness during their sailing journey?
What did the protagonist's father's behavior seem like after the phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What did the protagonist's father's behavior seem like after the phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What did the group experience despite the challenges and uncertainties at sea?
What did the group experience despite the challenges and uncertainties at sea?
What did the protagonist reflect on regarding Bompie's real name?
What did the protagonist reflect on regarding Bompie's real name?
What did the protagonist's father suggest doing after an emotional phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What did the protagonist's father suggest doing after an emotional phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What did the protagonist's father's behavior seem like after the phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What did the protagonist's father's behavior seem like after the phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What did the group experience despite the challenges and uncertainties at sea?
What did the group experience despite the challenges and uncertainties at sea?
What does Sophie find interesting and exciting to learn from her dad?
What does Sophie find interesting and exciting to learn from her dad?
What did Uncle Stew used to work in before feeling despondent and lost?
What did Uncle Stew used to work in before feeling despondent and lost?
What does Sophie dream about, imagining their reunion in England?
What does Sophie dream about, imagining their reunion in England?
What activity does the crew encounter during the journey, making the sea seem like a horror movie?
What activity does the crew encounter during the journey, making the sea seem like a horror movie?
What does Sophie find cool and exciting to continue learning?
What does Sophie find cool and exciting to continue learning?
What does Uncle Stew worry about when the crew encounters a lone sailor in distress?
What does Uncle Stew worry about when the crew encounters a lone sailor in distress?
What does Sophie feel conflicted about the idea of using to communicate with her father?
What does Sophie feel conflicted about the idea of using to communicate with her father?
What does Sophie spell in radio code and find cool?
What does Sophie spell in radio code and find cool?
What did Sophie ask Uncle Stew about, expressing interest in its usefulness?
What did Sophie ask Uncle Stew about, expressing interest in its usefulness?
What does Uncle Stew admit to feeling after losing his job?
What does Uncle Stew admit to feeling after losing his job?
What does the crew spend their time doing on The Wanderer?
What does the crew spend their time doing on The Wanderer?
What does Uncle Stew express uncertainty about after losing his job?
What does Uncle Stew express uncertainty about after losing his job?
What task was involved in repairing the mainsail?
What task was involved in repairing the mainsail?
What defused the intense argument between Uncle Stew and Uncle Mo?
What defused the intense argument between Uncle Stew and Uncle Mo?
What did Cody use to mock Uncle Stew?
What did Cody use to mock Uncle Stew?
What was used for repairs while working on the boat?
What was used for repairs while working on the boat?
What led to tension among the crew?
What led to tension among the crew?
What did the crew use to refer to each other?
What did the crew use to refer to each other?
What facilitated the repair work on the boat?
What facilitated the repair work on the boat?
What did the crew learn about during their time on the boat?
What did the crew learn about during their time on the boat?
What did the repair work involve on the outhaul line?
What did the repair work involve on the outhaul line?
What did the boat's movement respond to?
What did the boat's movement respond to?
What led to verbal altercation between Uncle Stew and Cody?
What led to verbal altercation between Uncle Stew and Cody?
What did the crew face consequences for?
What did the crew face consequences for?
What recurring dream does the narrator share during the journey?
What recurring dream does the narrator share during the journey?
What does the crew mistake for approaching vessels during foggy weather?
What does the crew mistake for approaching vessels during foggy weather?
What activity does the crew learn and practice during the journey?
What activity does the crew learn and practice during the journey?
What does the narrator express a love for during the journey?
What does the narrator express a love for during the journey?
What causes tension and uncertainty for the crew during the journey?
What causes tension and uncertainty for the crew during the journey?
What does the crew encounter with a tangled bird during the journey?
What does the crew encounter with a tangled bird during the journey?
How does the narrator feel about the constant effort required for everyday tasks on the boat?
How does the narrator feel about the constant effort required for everyday tasks on the boat?
What does the crew have a fondness for, considering them as messengers?
What does the crew have a fondness for, considering them as messengers?
What does the crew experience due to the constant effort required for even the simplest of actions?
What does the crew experience due to the constant effort required for even the simplest of actions?
What does the crew feel despite the challenges faced during the journey?
What does the crew feel despite the challenges faced during the journey?
What rare moment of agreement and appreciation does the narrator share with their father?
What rare moment of agreement and appreciation does the narrator share with their father?
What does the narrator find solace in during the journey?
What does the narrator find solace in during the journey?
What did Uncle Dock trade for the boat's use?
What did Uncle Dock trade for the boat's use?
What was the reaction of Rosalie upon seeing the whale?
What was the reaction of Rosalie upon seeing the whale?
What was Uncle Dock's response when asked about Rosalie?
What was Uncle Dock's response when asked about Rosalie?
How did Brian respond when Sophie asked if he found whales amazing?
How did Brian respond when Sophie asked if he found whales amazing?
What caused the main sail to rip along the top?
What caused the main sail to rip along the top?
What happened to the mizzen sail during the challenging weather?
What happened to the mizzen sail during the challenging weather?
What did Uncle Mo commend Cody for knowing?
What did Uncle Mo commend Cody for knowing?
What did the crew struggle to put up during the storm?
What did the crew struggle to put up during the storm?
What did the crew struggle to secure during the storm?
What did the crew struggle to secure during the storm?
What did the crew use for repairs while working on the boat?
What did the crew use for repairs while working on the boat?
What did the crew encounter with a tangled bird during the journey?
What did the crew encounter with a tangled bird during the journey?
What did Sophie find interesting and exciting to learn from her dad?
What did Sophie find interesting and exciting to learn from her dad?
What led to a verbal altercation between Uncle Stew and Cody?
What led to a verbal altercation between Uncle Stew and Cody?
What did the protagonist admire about Sophie?
What did the protagonist admire about Sophie?
What does the crew fear for during the storm?
What does the crew fear for during the storm?
What does the crew encounter in the lobster pots during their lobstering trip?
What does the crew encounter in the lobster pots during their lobstering trip?
What does the protagonist yearn for during the journey?
What does the protagonist yearn for during the journey?
What did the crew adjust during foggy conditions?
What did the crew adjust during foggy conditions?
What is the source of comfort for the protagonist's mother?
What is the source of comfort for the protagonist's mother?
What did the protagonist's father suggest doing after an emotional phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What did the protagonist's father suggest doing after an emotional phone call with the protagonist's mother?
What weather phenomenon does Uncle Stew warn about due to the combination of the Labrador Current and the Gulf Stream?
What weather phenomenon does Uncle Stew warn about due to the combination of the Labrador Current and the Gulf Stream?
What does Uncle Stew order to be turned off during a thunderstorm to avoid being a lightning rod?
What does Uncle Stew order to be turned off during a thunderstorm to avoid being a lightning rod?
What does the crew attempt to do nearly every night through ham radio?
What does the crew attempt to do nearly every night through ham radio?
What does the narrator reflect on after a conversation with Uncle Dock?
What does the narrator reflect on after a conversation with Uncle Dock?
What does the little kid still dream about, causing concern for Sophie?
What does the little kid still dream about, causing concern for Sophie?
What does Sophie do below deck, showing signs of worry about the little kid?
What does Sophie do below deck, showing signs of worry about the little kid?
What did the little kid's mother do to save the little kid from drowning?
What did the little kid's mother do to save the little kid from drowning?
According to Uncle Stew, what does the combination of the Labrador Current and the Gulf Stream create?
According to Uncle Stew, what does the combination of the Labrador Current and the Gulf Stream create?
What does the crew experience while sailing through a thunderstorm, feeling alive and working together with the boat?
What does the crew experience while sailing through a thunderstorm, feeling alive and working together with the boat?
What does the crew encounter with a tangled bird during the journey?
What does the crew encounter with a tangled bird during the journey?
What does Sophie share about Bompie's early life?
What does Sophie share about Bompie's early life?
What does the protagonist reflect on regarding Bompie's real name?
What does the protagonist reflect on regarding Bompie's real name?
What was the reason for the crew's stops at Block Island, Martha’s Vineyard, and Grand Manan?
What was the reason for the crew's stops at Block Island, Martha’s Vineyard, and Grand Manan?
What did Rosalie do when she went to Grand Manan after her husband passed away?
What did Rosalie do when she went to Grand Manan after her husband passed away?
What causes Sophie to wonder if they are really going to Bompie?
What causes Sophie to wonder if they are really going to Bompie?
What does Uncle Dock's emotional attachment to Rosalie lead him to do?
What does Uncle Dock's emotional attachment to Rosalie lead him to do?
What caused tension among the crew?
What caused tension among the crew?
What did Sophie experience during their time on the sailboat?
What did Sophie experience during their time on the sailboat?
What did Sophie find difficult during their time on the boat?
What did Sophie find difficult during their time on the boat?
What did Uncle Dock's existential question about life lead to?
What did Uncle Dock's existential question about life lead to?
What did Sophie recall about a little kid's experience?
What did Sophie recall about a little kid's experience?
What added to Sophie's concern for her sister on the boat?
What added to Sophie's concern for her sister on the boat?
What was the cause of tension between Uncle Stew and Brian?
What was the cause of tension between Uncle Stew and Brian?
What did the crew experience during their time on the boat?
What did the crew experience during their time on the boat?
What is the main focus of the characters' discussions about Bompie's stories?
What is the main focus of the characters' discussions about Bompie's stories?
What do the characters express a desire to be during their observations of marine life?
What do the characters express a desire to be during their observations of marine life?
What themes does the text convey through the characters' interactions and reflections?
What themes does the text convey through the characters' interactions and reflections?
What is the significance of Uncle Mo's reflection on the dolphins?
What is the significance of Uncle Mo's reflection on the dolphins?
What do the characters observe near the boat, leading to a sense of trust and invitation?
What do the characters observe near the boat, leading to a sense of trust and invitation?
What does the text capture about the characters' evolving relationships?
What does the text capture about the characters' evolving relationships?
What does Sophie share a story about, defying a prohibition and facing consequences?
What does Sophie share a story about, defying a prohibition and facing consequences?
What is the characters' emotional response to the marine environment and the stories they share?
What is the characters' emotional response to the marine environment and the stories they share?
What does Brian discuss, teasing Sophie about her fascination with marine creatures?
What does Brian discuss, teasing Sophie about her fascination with marine creatures?
What do the characters' observations of marine life and their discussions about Bompie's stories reflect?
What do the characters' observations of marine life and their discussions about Bompie's stories reflect?
What does the text provide a vivid depiction of?
What does the text provide a vivid depiction of?
What do the characters navigate as they contemplate life's complexities?
What do the characters navigate as they contemplate life's complexities?
What did Uncle Dock instruct Cody to do when he was swept off his feet by a monstrous wave?
What did Uncle Dock instruct Cody to do when he was swept off his feet by a monstrous wave?
What was Sophie's immediate action when the wind howled and tried to blow them over?
What was Sophie's immediate action when the wind howled and tried to blow them over?
What was the crew's current situation when the wind shifted and they were making their course without any sails?
What was the crew's current situation when the wind shifted and they were making their course without any sails?
What did Cody shout down about while Uncle Stew and Brian were trying to fix the trysail?
What did Cody shout down about while Uncle Stew and Brian were trying to fix the trysail?
What was the physical toll of the boat disaster on the group?
What was the physical toll of the boat disaster on the group?
What emotions did Sophie experience after the boat disaster?
What emotions did Sophie experience after the boat disaster?
What haunted Sophie after the boat disaster?
What haunted Sophie after the boat disaster?
What did Sophie reflect on regarding the physical remnants of the disaster?
What did Sophie reflect on regarding the physical remnants of the disaster?
What remained a concern regarding Cody after the boat disaster?
What remained a concern regarding Cody after the boat disaster?
What did the group struggle with after the boat disaster?
What did the group struggle with after the boat disaster?
How did Sophie feel emotionally after the boat disaster?
How did Sophie feel emotionally after the boat disaster?
What did the boat suffer from extensively during the disaster?
What did the boat suffer from extensively during the disaster?
What did Sophie do for Cody after the boat disaster?
What did Sophie do for Cody after the boat disaster?
What did the group fear after the boat disaster?
What did the group fear after the boat disaster?
What did the group struggle with during the boat disaster?
What did the group struggle with during the boat disaster?
What did Sophie feel constantly haunted by after the boat disaster?
What did Sophie feel constantly haunted by after the boat disaster?
What was the crew's primary concern during the force-ten gale?
What was the crew's primary concern during the force-ten gale?
What did the crew rely on as they battled ferocious wind and waves?
What did the crew rely on as they battled ferocious wind and waves?
What caused conflict among the crew in task assignments?
What caused conflict among the crew in task assignments?
What did the crew fear during the intense battle with wind and waves?
What did the crew fear during the intense battle with wind and waves?
What was the protagonist's frustration related to while being stuck at the helm?
What was the protagonist's frustration related to while being stuck at the helm?
What was the primary reason for not raising the storm sail?
What was the primary reason for not raising the storm sail?
What did the crew hope for during the treacherous conditions at sea?
What did the crew hope for during the treacherous conditions at sea?
What did the crew experience during the heated altercation on deck?
What did the crew experience during the heated altercation on deck?
What did Uncle Dock emphasize the need for in the face of relentless waves and wind?
What did Uncle Dock emphasize the need for in the face of relentless waves and wind?
What was the protagonist's father reflecting on and expressing regret about?
What was the protagonist's father reflecting on and expressing regret about?
What did the crew feel while facing the harsh conditions at sea?
What did the crew feel while facing the harsh conditions at sea?
What did the story about Bompie's experience with the ocean highlight?
What did the story about Bompie's experience with the ocean highlight?
What method does the crew use for navigation after the GPS fails?
What method does the crew use for navigation after the GPS fails?
What does Cody reflect on during the journey?
What does Cody reflect on during the journey?
Who does Cody contact for help during the journey?
Who does Cody contact for help during the journey?
What is the crew's reaction to Cody's efforts?
What is the crew's reaction to Cody's efforts?
What tradition does Cody reference when asking for pie?
What tradition does Cody reference when asking for pie?
What is the crew's initial method of communication after the GPS, ham radio, and radar fail?
What is the crew's initial method of communication after the GPS, ham radio, and radar fail?
What is the crew's condition after surviving a wave?
What is the crew's condition after surviving a wave?
What is the state of the boat after an accident?
What is the state of the boat after an accident?
What does Bompie's reconciliation with his father relate to?
What does Bompie's reconciliation with his father relate to?
What is the crew's primary focus after the electronic systems fail?
What is the crew's primary focus after the electronic systems fail?
What is the crew's living condition on the boat?
What is the crew's living condition on the boat?
What equipment does the crew use for navigation after the GPS fails?
What equipment does the crew use for navigation after the GPS fails?
What does Cody insist on despite Sophie's belief that the weather is improving?
What does Cody insist on despite Sophie's belief that the weather is improving?
Who believes it is Sophie's story to tell about what happened to her parents?
Who believes it is Sophie's story to tell about what happened to her parents?
What does the crew mistake for approaching vessels during foggy weather?
What does the crew mistake for approaching vessels during foggy weather?
What does Uncle Stew, known as I-Never-Get-Seasick Stew, surprisingly experience?
What does Uncle Stew, known as I-Never-Get-Seasick Stew, surprisingly experience?
What happens to Sophie despite her warning?
What happens to Sophie despite her warning?
What is the crew's reaction to the massive wave approaching the boat?
What is the crew's reaction to the massive wave approaching the boat?
What does the crew's movements on deck appear to be despite the choppy seas?
What does the crew's movements on deck appear to be despite the choppy seas?
What does Uncle Dock believe it is Sophie's responsibility to do?
What does Uncle Dock believe it is Sophie's responsibility to do?
What does Uncle Stew help Sophie do after she is thrown overboard?
What does Uncle Stew help Sophie do after she is thrown overboard?
What does Sophie fear has happened to her after the wave hits?
What does Sophie fear has happened to her after the wave hits?
What is the crew's main challenge in the text?
What is the crew's main challenge in the text?
What is evident about the crew as they face the dangerous conditions?
What is evident about the crew as they face the dangerous conditions?
What does Brian whisper to the narrator about Sophie?
What does Brian whisper to the narrator about Sophie?
What does the narrator wonder about Sophie's parents?
What does the narrator wonder about Sophie's parents?
What does Brian solemnly refer to as 'the question of the century'?
What does Brian solemnly refer to as 'the question of the century'?
What does Sophie ponder while everyone looks at her?
What does Sophie ponder while everyone looks at her?
What does Uncle Dock receive from Sophie, meant for Rosalie?
What does Uncle Dock receive from Sophie, meant for Rosalie?
What does Uncle Mo gift Sophie?
What does Uncle Mo gift Sophie?
What do Sierra, Brian, and Sophie plan to explore on a raft?
What do Sierra, Brian, and Sophie plan to explore on a raft?
What do the family plan to build recalling Bompie's past?
What do the family plan to build recalling Bompie's past?
What does Sophie express concern about and suggest sailing to?
What does Sophie express concern about and suggest sailing to?
What does Uncle Stew find a job doing?
What does Uncle Stew find a job doing?
What does Sophie's dad enroll in at night?
What does Sophie's dad enroll in at night?
What does the family enjoy for a homecoming meal?
What does the family enjoy for a homecoming meal?
What do Sierra, Brian, and Sophie plan to meet at Sophie’s to explore?
What do Sierra, Brian, and Sophie plan to meet at Sophie’s to explore?
What does Uncle Dock inform about The Wanderer?
What does Uncle Dock inform about The Wanderer?
What does Sophie speculate about?
What does Sophie speculate about?
What do Sophie and Cody reminisce about?
What do Sophie and Cody reminisce about?
What familial bond is revealed through the letters addressed to the protagonist?
What familial bond is revealed through the letters addressed to the protagonist?
What does Bompie express his desire to be surrounded by in England?
What does Bompie express his desire to be surrounded by in England?
What does Brian commit to learning how to make, showcasing a commitment to family traditions?
What does Brian commit to learning how to make, showcasing a commitment to family traditions?
What causes a family argument regarding Bompie's living situation?
What causes a family argument regarding Bompie's living situation?
What is the primary focus of the narrative?
What is the primary focus of the narrative?
What does the protagonist offer to do for Bompie?
What does the protagonist offer to do for Bompie?
What does Uncle Mo use to make the apple pie, highlighting a family tradition?
What does Uncle Mo use to make the apple pie, highlighting a family tradition?
What does the protagonist recall about a traumatic experience involving a boat, cold, and loss?
What does the protagonist recall about a traumatic experience involving a boat, cold, and loss?
What does the narrative capture about the family dynamics and decision-making?
What does the narrative capture about the family dynamics and decision-making?
What does the family share a poignant moment over, highlighting a family tradition?
What does the family share a poignant moment over, highlighting a family tradition?
What is the source of tension in the family regarding Bompie's living situation?
What is the source of tension in the family regarding Bompie's living situation?
What decision does the protagonist make regarding taking care of Bompie?
What decision does the protagonist make regarding taking care of Bompie?
What did Uncle Dock reveal about his relationship with Rosalie?
What did Uncle Dock reveal about his relationship with Rosalie?
What did the family present Bompie and other members with?
What did the family present Bompie and other members with?
What does Cody surprise Uncle Mo with?
What does Cody surprise Uncle Mo with?
What do the drawings created by Uncle Mo evoke from the recipients?
What do the drawings created by Uncle Mo evoke from the recipients?
What does Brian express sadness at?
What does Brian express sadness at?
What do the family's gift exchange demonstrate?
What do the family's gift exchange demonstrate?
What does Bompie's enthusiastic reaction to the drawings reflect?
What does Bompie's enthusiastic reaction to the drawings reflect?
What does Uncle Mo impress everyone with?
What does Uncle Mo impress everyone with?
What does Uncle Dock decide to do after the family discusses the issue of taking care of Bompie?
What does Uncle Dock decide to do after the family discusses the issue of taking care of Bompie?
What did the family plan to do after reflecting on the possibility of Rosalie changing her mind and Bompie's health improving?
What did the family plan to do after reflecting on the possibility of Rosalie changing her mind and Bompie's health improving?
What does Cody surprise Uncle Mo with?
What does Cody surprise Uncle Mo with?
What did Uncle Dock reveal about Rosalie's departure?
What did Uncle Dock reveal about Rosalie's departure?
What is the condition of Bompie's cottage as described in the text?
What is the condition of Bompie's cottage as described in the text?
How is Bompie's appearance described in the text?
How is Bompie's appearance described in the text?
What does Sophie's storytelling seem to trigger in Bompie's memories?
What does Sophie's storytelling seem to trigger in Bompie's memories?
What does Bompie's confusion lead to?
What does Bompie's confusion lead to?
How does Bompie initially react to the visitors' presence?
How does Bompie initially react to the visitors' presence?
How long does the group feel like they have been at Bompie's cottage?
How long does the group feel like they have been at Bompie's cottage?
What does the narrator and their companions find with the help of a neighbor?
What does the narrator and their companions find with the help of a neighbor?
What does Sophie struggle to recall from Bompie's past?
What does Sophie struggle to recall from Bompie's past?
What seems to engage Bompie and prompt him to recall details from his past in Kentucky?
What seems to engage Bompie and prompt him to recall details from his past in Kentucky?
How is Bompie's memory described when prompted by Sophie?
How is Bompie's memory described when prompted by Sophie?
How is Bompie's cottage described in terms of its architecture?
How is Bompie's cottage described in terms of its architecture?
How is Bompie's confusion described in relation to the visitors?
How is Bompie's confusion described in relation to the visitors?
Flashcards
Sophie
Sophie
The protagonist of the story who aspires to sail across the ocean.
Sophie's Father
Sophie's Father
Sophie's father, who understands and supports her desire to sail.
Sophie's Mother
Sophie's Mother
Sophie's mother who gives her a journal to document her journey.
The Wanderer
The Wanderer
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Uncle Mo
Uncle Mo
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Uncle Stew
Uncle Stew
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Uncle Dock
Uncle Dock
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Cody
Cody
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The Massive Wave
The Massive Wave
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Bompie
Bompie
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Boat Preparations
Boat Preparations
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Life on a Boat
Life on a Boat
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False Alarm at Sea
False Alarm at Sea
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Marine Encounters
Marine Encounters
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Knot Tying
Knot Tying
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The Towering Wave Dream
The Towering Wave Dream
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Uncle Stew (I-Never-Get-Seasick Stew)
Uncle Stew (I-Never-Get-Seasick Stew)
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Sailing Through the Storm
Sailing Through the Storm
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Surviving the Storm
Surviving the Storm
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Sophie's Safety Decision
Sophie's Safety Decision
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Graceful Movements on Deck
Graceful Movements on Deck
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The Force of the Wave
The Force of the Wave
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Responding to the Storm
Responding to the Storm
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Sophie's Injury
Sophie's Injury
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Walnut Tree Cottage
Walnut Tree Cottage
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Bompie's Memory Loss
Bompie's Memory Loss
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Visiting Bompie
Visiting Bompie
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Sophie's Stories
Sophie's Stories
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Importance of Names
Importance of Names
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Study Notes
Sailing Adventure Preparations
- The protagonist, Sophie, aspires to sail across the ocean, but her family and teachers do not support her adventurous spirit.
- Sophie's mother gives her a journal to document her journey, while her father understands and supports her desire to sail.
- Sophie's uncles and cousins, including Uncle Dock, Uncle Mo, Uncle Stew, Brian, and Cody, are involved in preparing the boat, named The Wanderer, for the journey.
- The Wanderer is a 45-foot sailboat with sleeping quarters for six, a galley, a bathroom, and navigation equipment.
- The boat requires extensive repairs and maintenance before it is ready for the sea, including work on the rudder, keel, bilge, electrics, and sprucing up.
- Brian is focused on organizing and making lists, while Uncle Stew is portrayed as a worrier and a stickler for organization.
- Uncle Mo is described as laid-back and relaxed, often barking orders at his son Cody, who seems to have selective deafness.
- Cody is depicted as a charming and fit individual who attracts attention from girls at the boatyard.
- Despite mishaps and work that needs to be done, Uncle Dock remains calm and unfazed, with a "We'll just fix it, yep" attitude.
- The family spends two weeks preparing the boat in Connecticut, facing challenges and disagreements during the process.
- The heat is intense, reaching ninety-five degrees most days, adding to the discomfort and tension during the preparations.
- The family's dynamics and individual personalities add complexity to the boat preparation process, hinting at potential challenges during the upcoming sea journey.
Uncle Mo, Dock, and Stew dreamt of sailing across the ocean since childhood. Uncle Mo's real name is Moses, shortened to Mo to avoid bullying. Uncle Dock's real name is Jonah, changed to Dock due to superstitions about the biblical Jonah. The protagonist reflects on the significance of names and wonders about Bompie's real name. Sophie shares Bompie's advice about the importance of the journey, not just the destination. The protagonist observes Sophie's fascination with simple things like lobster pots and her fear of water. Tension arises between Brian and Sophie over a clamming story involving Bompie. The protagonist's mom offers her a chance to change her mind about the trip. The protagonist questions her father's motive for inviting her on the trip. The protagonist enjoys being away from Brian's lectures but is intrigued by Sophie's Bompie stories. Sophie shares a story about Bompie living near the Ohio River at a young age. The protagonist reflects on being stranded on land and the absence of Brian's lessons.
Life on a Boat
- The narrator describes the challenges of living on a boat, including sleep deprivation, difficulty cooking, and the constant need to brace oneself due to the boat's motion.
- The boat encounters birds and dolphins, and the crew has a fondness for the dolphins, considering them as messengers.
- The crew faces a tense situation in foggy weather, mistaking radar blips for approaching vessels, which turned out to be rain clouds.
- The crew also learns and practices knot tying, with the narrator and another crew member mastering various knots and the radio code.
- The narrator shares a recurring dream about a towering wave, expressing fear and dislike for the dream.
- The crew's morale remains intact, despite the challenges faced, and there is a sense of unity among them.
- The narrator's father, who is also part of the crew, shares a rare moment of agreement and appreciation with the narrator while watching dolphins.
- The narrator expresses a love for living on a boat, feeling like a self-contained unit charging across the ocean with the wind.
- The narrator finds solace in the simplicity and freedom of life at sea, despite the hardships and constant effort required for everyday tasks.
- The crew encounters a dramatic situation with a tangled bird caught in a fishing line, which was successfully rescued by one of the crew members.
- The crew faces a false alarm when mistaking radar blips for approaching vessels during foggy weather, highlighting the tension and uncertainty of life at sea.
- The crew experiences fatigue due to the constant effort required for even the simplest of actions, such as walking and cooking, and the challenges of sleeping on a boat.
Observing Marine Life and Sharing Stories
- The narrator and Brian observe dolphins and whales playing near the boat, feeling a sense of trust and invitation from the animals.
- Uncle Mo sketches the dolphins and reflects on their reminder of childhood curiosity and energy.
- The narrator expresses a desire to be a fish or bird, while Sophie becomes attached to a bird and shows deep interest in marine life.
- Brian discusses orphan dolphins and the narrator teases Sophie about her fascination with marine creatures.
- Sophie shares a story about Bompie, who defies a prohibition to swim in a dangerous place and faces consequences.
- Brian and Sophie speculate about Bompie's repeated risky behavior and the lack of punishment for his actions.
- Brian questions why Bompie continues to go in the water despite the risks, leading to a contemplative moment for Sophie.
- The text provides a vivid depiction of the marine environment and the characters' interactions with marine life and personal stories.
- The characters' observations of marine life and their discussions about Bompie's stories reflect their individual perspectives and attitudes toward risk and consequence.
- The text shows the characters' emotional responses to the marine environment and the stories they share, highlighting their personal growth and connections to the natural world.
- Through the characters' interactions and reflections, the text conveys themes of trust, curiosity, and resilience in the face of risk and consequence.
- The text captures the characters' evolving relationships with the natural world and each other, as they navigate their experiences and contemplate life's complexities.
Surviving a Storm at Sea
- Uncle Stew, known as I-Never-Get-Seasick Stew, is seasick and the rest of the crew is covering his shifts.
- The crew is fighting the wind and struggling to communicate above the noise.
- Uncle Dock believes that it is Sophie's story to tell about what happened to her parents.
- Cody insists that Sophie wear a safety harness, despite her belief that the weather is improving.
- The crew's movements on deck appear graceful and choreographed despite the choppy seas.
- A massive wave, at least fifty feet high and entirely white, approaches the boat.
- Despite Sophie's warning, the wave hits the boat, causing chaos and throwing her overboard.
- Sophie is thrown onto the deck, where Uncle Stew helps her back inside the boat.
- Sophie fears her legs are broken after the wave hits.
- The crew faces the challenge of surviving the storm at sea.
- The crew's efforts to navigate the storm are described in vivid detail.
- The crew's determination to survive is evident as they face the dangerous conditions.
Visiting Bompie's Cottage
- The narrator and their companions have traveled across England and are now near Bompie's village, Windsor Castle.
- They find Bompie's house, Walnut Tree Cottage, with the help of a neighbor and discover Bompie in his bedroom.
- Bompie is in a confused state, mistaking the visitors for others and recalling past events when prompted by Sophie.
- The cottage is described as picturesque, with roses and lavender, and tiny rooms and fireplaces.
- Bompie's appearance is described as having a gentle round face, pale complexion, and wisps of gray hair.
- Sophie recounts stories to Bompie, who remembers most details but struggles to recall the parts about struggling in the water.
- The group spends time at Bompie's cottage, feeling like it has been more than a week since their arrival.
- Bompie initially didn't recognize the visitors and slept most of the time during their first day there.
- Sophie's storytelling seems to engage Bompie, prompting him to recall details from his past in Kentucky.
- Bompie's confusion leads to him mistaking the visitors for other people, showing signs of memory loss.
- Bompie's cottage is described as having low ceilings, and the group spends time with him, listening to Sophie's stories.
- Sophie's storytelling seems to trigger Bompie's memories, particularly about incidents involving water, though he struggles to recall certain details.
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