School Excitement Narration
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The narrator is eagerly looking forward to going to school.

False (B)

Big Joe is described as always happy and laughing.

True (A)

Charlie is three years younger than the narrator.

False (B)

The narrator wants to make tonight a memorable night.

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Mr. Munnings is portrayed as a kind teacher.

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The narrator believes that going to school is a new and exciting opportunity.

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The narrator's boots feel light and comfortable.

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Charlie's knowledge and strength provide comfort to the narrator.

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The narrator feels excited about going to school.

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Big Joe spends his day in a tree singing 'Oranges and Lemons.'

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The term 'raucous' implies that the crow has a soft and gentle communication style.

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The narrator is nearly eighteen years old.

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The narrator describes their boots and heart as light.

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The narrator intends to waste the night.

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The narrator fears the cane used by Mr. Munnings.

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The narrator believes that Charlie has told them positive things about school.

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The narrator felt sorry for the dead crow hanging from the fence.

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The narrator wanted to take the robin's eggs for his collection.

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Father's items were placed in the earth without any ceremony.

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Big Joe is mentioned as being actively involved in taking care of the narrator's eggs.

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The narrator’s gloves were a reminder of his father's death.

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The narrator recalls feeling confident about taking the eggs from the robin.

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The crow’s death was part of a larger conflict between birds.

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Mother placed a scarf along with Father’s boots in the earth.

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Flashcards

Choking Collar

The feeling of being forced into something you don't want to do, like going to school when you'd rather stay home.

Dread

The narrator's fear and apprehension about attending school, especially because of the strict teacher, Mr. Munnings.

Wishing to be like Big Joe

The narrator's wish to be like his happy and free brother, Big Joe, who doesn't have to go to school.

End of the Beginning

The narrator's realization that starting school marks the end of his carefree childhood and the beginning of a new, more serious phase of his life.

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Piggyback Goodbye

The narrator's tearful goodbye to his carefree life, symbolized by clinging to his brother's back for one last piggyback ride.

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End of Freedom

The narrator's perspective on the start of school – not as an exciting new beginning, but as the end of his carefree childhood.

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Remembering the Past

The narrator's desire to remember and cherish the moments of his past life before the harsh realities of school.

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Feeling Alive

The narrator's strong desire to feel alive and experience the world fully, especially as he starts to face challenges and changes.

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How old is the narrator?

The narrator is a young child, as they are fascinated by the dead crow and describe their actions in a childlike way. They also mention their father, suggesting a young age.

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What two things are described as heavy?

The narrator describes the dead crow's feathers as "heavy" and later refers to the gloves their father wore on the day he died as "heavy". These items carry a weight of emotional significance.

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What does Big Joe do all day?

The passage doesn't explicitly state what Big Joe does all day, but it implies he's a working-class man who enjoys simple pleasures. He helps bury the father's belongings and participates in a shared ritual.

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What won't the narrator waste?

The narrator expresses that they will not "waste" the robin's eggs, implying a sense of respect and reverence towards nature. They also desire to keep the eggs for their collection, suggesting an interest in preserving memories and natural beauty.

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Why is the narrator apprehensive about going to school?

The narrator is apprehensive about going to school because he has heard negative stories from his brother, Charlie, and he fears the strict punishments and rages of his teacher, Mr. Munnings.

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How does the crow communicate?

The robin's raucous tune is just beginning, suggesting a loud and strong call.

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What do the heavy boots and heavy heart symbolize?

The narrator's heavy boots symbolize the weight of the approaching reality of school, while the heavy heart represents the emotional burden of leaving childhood behind.

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How does the author create mystery?

The author creates mystery by suggesting that the narrator is hiding a secret or has a hidden past. The narrator’s statement that he’s hiding something gives the reader a sense of foreboding and makes them wonder about the narrator’s true story.

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What is the narrator’s secret?

The narrator hints that he has a secret that he cannot reveal, possibly something embarrassing or shameful that he wants to keep hidden.

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What is Big Joe's personality?

The narrator describes Big Joe as carefree and happy, someone who doesn't have to worry about the responsibilities and challenges of adulthood. This is a stark contrast to the narrator's own anxieties and experiences.

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Why does the narrator wish to be like Big Joe?

The narrator's wish to be like Big Joe reflects his longing for a carefree and simple life, free from the pressures of education and societal expectations.

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Study Notes

Summary of the Text

  • The narrator, a young boy, is apprehensive about going to school.
  • He feels burdened by the prospect of school, and he describes his heavy boots and heavy heart.
  • His friend Big Joe doesn't go to school but is happy at home singing and laughing.
  • The narrator wishes he could stay home too.
  • He reflects on the fleeting nature of time.
  • He observes a dead crow and remembers his robin's eggs, and Father's belongings.
  • He feels a sense of loss and the end of his carefree childhood.
  • The text describes the narrator's emotional state and foreshadows future events.

Questions and Answers

  • How old is the narrator?

    • Nearly eighteen.
  • What two things does the narrator describe as heavy?

    • His boots and his heart.
  • What does Big Joe do all day?

    • He sits in a tree singing "Oranges and Lemons."
  • What won't the narrator waste?

    • The night.
  • Describe the meaning of the words:

  • Fleeting: Lasting for a very short time.

  • Raging: Showing rage or with great force and intensity.

  • Reprieve: To cancel or postpone the punishment of someone.

  • Carefree: Free from anxiety and responsibility.

  • Why is the narrator apprehensive about going to school?

    • His friend Charlie has said the school is a terrible place.
    • Mr. Munnings is a cruel teacher with a whipping cane.
  • What was the robin doing?

    • The robin was sitting under a bush, pleading with the narrator not to take her eggs.
  • Look at the phrase, 'his raucous tune scarcely begun'. What does this tell you about how the crow communicates?

    • The crow died, before its loud harsh song began.
  • How does the author create mystery towards the end of the story?

    • The author mentions the father's presence in the bird's eyes, and revealing the narrator knows a secret they can't tell.
  • Using evidence from the text, explain what you think the narrator could never tell?

    • The narrator couldn't tell others about the secret the robin requested, or the feelings surrounding his father's belongings.

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This quiz explores the themes and characters presented in the narrative about a narrator's optimistic view of school. Key figures like Big Joe and Mr. Munnings play influential roles in shaping the narrator's experience. Test your understanding of character dynamics and the significance of education.

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