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Barney had a feeling that it was probably false about the ground giving way
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The sides of the pit were white chalk, with lines of flints poking out like bones in places
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Barney's sister never told him about the danger of the chalk pit
False
The men dug away chalk for hundreds of years and then got tired of digging
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Barney falls into a cave-like shelter and encounters a figure named Stig.
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Stig's den is filled with an eclectic collection of items, including stones, bones, fossils, and old brock.
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Barney expresses his wish to leave Stig's home.
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The setting is a pit with trees hanging over the edge, and the bottom of the pit is filled with strange wreckage, including a bicycle.
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Barney is seriously injured from the fall.
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Stig communicates with grunts and a noise that sounds like 'Stig.'
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Stig is depicted as a creature dressed in rabbit-skins around the middle and with shoes and socks.
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Barney tries to engage in conversation with Stig and asks for help to untangle his legs.
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Stig sharpened a stone with a knife to free Barney's legs.
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The shelter is tidy and well-organized.
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The setting of the encounter is a forest clearing.
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Stig is portrayed as uninterested in Barney's attempts to free himself.
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Barney meets Stig in a cave and learns about his unique inventions and lifestyle
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Stig's cave has a makeshift plumbing system involving a bicycle mud-guard, a vacuum cleaner tube, and a can labeled 'WEEDKILLER' for water collection
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Stig uses an old teapot with a bootlace wick as a lamp
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Barney is not interested in Stig's lifestyle and inventions
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Barney wonders about Stig's age and attempts to engage in conversation, but Stig communicates in grunts and echoes
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Barney considers Stig his friend despite the language barrier
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Barney leaves Stig's cave, feeling no connection to him
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Barney's grandmother and sister are supportive of his friendship with Stig
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Barney wishes he could visit Stig more often
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Barney's plans to visit Stig are disrupted when his grandmother invites him to Sevenoaks
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Barney's disappointment shows his growing bond with the cave-dwelling boy
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Barney decides to never visit Stig again
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Barney's sister Lou is interested in meeting Stig.
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Barney questions if Stig only appears when he bumps his head.
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Barney finds a flint that Stig made, which reaffirms Stig's existence.
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Barney plans to bring apples and carrots as gifts for Stig.
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Barney recalls mending a hole in Stig's den during a previous adventure.
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Barney's journey to visit Stig is marked by his lack of preparations.
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The story showcases Barney's unwavering belief in Stig's existence.
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The text provides a glimpse into Barney's unimaginative and unadventurous nature.
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The narrative weaves a tale of competition, reality, and surrender as Barney embarks on his quest to find Stig.
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The story emphasizes friendship, imagination, and determination as Barney sets out to meet Stig.
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Barney's adventures with Stig highlight his unimaginative and unadventurous nature.
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The story presents a tale of doubt, loneliness, and defeat as Barney embarks on his quest to find Stig.
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Barney borrows a ball of garden string from the tool-shed to lower carrots into the pit
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He lowers the carrots down to Stig's front door using the string
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Stig emerges from the pit and happily interacts with Barney
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Barney offers Stig carrots and then apples as a friendly gesture
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Stig leads Barney to his den, showing signs of recent digging
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The den is dark and gloomy, even with the hole in the roof mended
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Barney recalls the new tunnelling and the baby’s bath full of chalk from the previous day
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Stig blunders through nettles without seeming to mind the stings
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Barney avoids the nettles but decides not to make a fuss about the stings
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The dump looked more cheerful with sunlight pouring through the golden autumn leaves
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Barney finds the tail of an aeroplane, a ship’s helm, and a bicycle in the dump
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Barney is excited to visit Stig, a real live person, in his den
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Barney and Stig successfully build a proper chimney for Stig's den.
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Barney uses the jam-jars to create a window for Stig's den.
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Stig is indifferent to the smoke filling his den from the fireplace.
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Barney considers his invention of the chimney a complete success and moves on to inventing something else.
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Barney successfully sharpens Stig's axe in the cave
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Barney returns to his house and brings back a steel axe, a cross-cut saw, and a rope to help Stig
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Stig initially refuses to use the steel axe brought by Barney
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Barney climbs the tree to prevent damage when it falls
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Stig's fast and erratic movements cause Barney to injure his hand and the saw to bend
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The story emphasizes the ease with which Barney and Stig settle into a steady rhythm of sawing the tree
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Barney's attempts to engage in conversation with Stig are successful
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Barney's injury from Stig's fast sawing movements is minor
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Stig is hesitant to use the cross-cut saw initially
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Barney and Stig use the steel axe to start cutting the tree
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Barney is the one to start cutting the tree with the cross-cut saw
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Stig's refusal to use the steel axe leads to a disagreement between him and Barney
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Barney successfully lights a match, which fascinates Stig.
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The fire warms the cave and Stig stretches out comfortably.
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Stig attempts to start a fire using a makeshift bow and chair leg, but fails due to dampness.
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They spend the afternoon cutting the tree into logs and splitting them with iron wedges and a sledgehammer.
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Barney teaches Stig how to strike a match, which Stig eventually succeeds in doing.
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The sky turns grey and an icy wind blows as they work, but they remain focused.
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They notice fine snow falling as they gather wood for a fire.
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Barney and Stig struggle to cut down a tree, which eventually falls after several attempts.
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The story emphasizes Barney's unwavering belief in Stig's existence.
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Barney's adventures with Stig highlight his unimaginative and unadventurous nature.
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The text provides a glimpse into Barney's unimaginative and unadventurous nature.
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The story presents a tale of doubt, loneliness, and defeat as Barney embarks on his quest to find Stig.
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Barney and Stig use glass jars and wooden boxes to build a den.
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Stig leads Barney to a red clay mine to fill gaps between the jars.
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The story portrays Barney's connection and concern for Stig.
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Barney goes to the pit and finds Stig's shelter abandoned.
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The text reflects on Barney's feelings about Stig and his cave.
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Barney's grandmother's house is the setting for Christmas.
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Barney and Stig create a window by placing tin discs over the jar ends.
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Barney finds Stig's flint in his bedroom and feels guilty for not thinking about Stig over Christmas.
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Stig gives Barney a flint arrowhead as a parting gift.
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The text conveys a sense of warmth and nostalgia for the adventures with Stig.
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Barney realizes he has to go home, leaving Stig behind.
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Barney and Stig's den is dark and gloomy, even with the hole in the roof mended.
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Stig and Barney roast chestnuts in the cave and Stig creates intricate drawings on the cave wall.
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Barney experiences trepidation as he makes his way home through the dark, encountering a few scares.
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Lou goes fox hunting with the North Kent Foxhounds, despite the pouring rain, with the help of a neighbor.
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The rainy weather doesn't deter Lou from pursuing her hunting excursion.
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The text depicts the strong bond between Stig and Barney, as well as Lou's independent spirit and determination.
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The narrative showcases the rustic and adventurous lifestyle of the characters in the story.
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The text highlights the contrast between the modern and primitive worlds in which the characters live.
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Stig becomes engrossed in his drawings, depicting hunting scenes, while Barney marvels at his talent.
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Barney realizes it's nighttime and prepares to leave, borrowing a spear from Stig for protection.
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Barney shares his adventure with his grandmother and sister, emphasizing his time spent with Stig.
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Stig demonstrates his appreciation for matches by conserving them.
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Barney's adventures with Stig highlight his unimaginative and unadventurous nature.
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Barney decided to go hunting with the North Kent Foxhounds despite the pouring rain.
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Lou insisted on going hunting because she knew how to ride the pony.
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Barney chose to follow along the lanes in a car with his grandmother to amuse himself.
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Barney found Stig's spear among the brooms and mops in the back kitchen.
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Barney throws clods of dirt at the Snargets' shack, causing them to become agitated and search for him.
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Barney finds something valuable in the rusty tin box in the shack.
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The Snargets surprise Barney by revealing they had played a trick on him and had crept back to the shack.
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The youngest Snarget accuses Barney of throwing dirt at them and questions his presence in their dump.
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The eldest Snarget reveals their names as the Lone Ranger, Robin Hood, and William Tell.
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The Snargets interrogate Barney about his actions and intentions in their shack.
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The encounter ends with the Snargets confronting Barney, revealing their playful nature and their suspicions about him.
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Barney feels no connection to Stig as he leaves the cave.
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The narrative showcases the rustic and adventurous lifestyle of the characters in the story.
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Barney returns to his house and brings back a steel axe, a cross-cut saw, and a rope to help Stig.
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Barney's adventures with Stig highlight his unimaginative and unadventurous nature.
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The story emphasizes Barney's unwavering belief in Stig's existence.
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Barney and Stig decide to go hunting despite the wintry weather.
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Barney and Stig communicate through drawings in the cave.
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Stig becomes excited and grabs his fishing gear to join Barney in hunting.
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Barney and Stig set out without proper clothing, dancing in the rain towards the sound of a hunting horn in the woods.
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Stig successfully hunts a pheasant, which makes Barney uncomfortable due to potential legal or ethical issues.
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Barney and Stig hear the sounds of the hunt getting closer and set out to join the hunt.
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Barney and Stig encounter a bear while hunting.
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Stig gets distracted by a squirrel and later attempts to shoot wood-pigeons, which annoys Barney.
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Barney and Stig decide to give up hunting and return to the cave.
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Barney experiences trepidation as he makes his way home through the dark, encountering a few scares.
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Barney and Stig find a treasure chest while hunting.
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Barney and Stig regret going hunting due to the bad weather.
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Barney removes stakes blocking a rabbit burrow
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Stig prevents Barney from spearing a fox
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Stig scares away a foxhound by biting its ear
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Stig starts to move towards the sound of the hunt with his bow
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Barney struggles to keep up with Stig in the undergrowth
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Stig is revealed to be hunting the huntsman's white horse
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Lou and other members of the hunt are waiting on their horses at the edge of the wood
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The text depicts the contrasting perspectives of hunting for sport and for survival
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The story portrays the conflict between traditional hunting practices and the ethics of hunting for sport
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Barney finds Stig's flint in his bedroom
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Barney teaches Stig how to strike a match
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Barney's adventures with Stig highlight his unimaginative and unadventurous nature
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Barney and Flash are out hunting for a fox
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Lou notices something odd about the huntsman's horse and a strange creature at the tail of the hunt
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Barney went hunting with Stig, who was only interested in hunting smaller animals
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The Snarget boys are part of a large family living in an old house with tarred weather-boards
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The setting is described as having a yellow fog and a smell of distant cement works
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The Snarget boys are known for 'getting into trouble'
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Barney encounters the Snarget boys at the chalk pit
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Stig is depicted as a creature dressed in rabbit-skins around the middle and with shoes and socks
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Barney goes out to get some fresh air, but ends up encountering the Snarget boys at the chalk pit
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Lou and Flash, the pony, have found a fox during their hunt
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The huntsman's horse remains calm and composed during the stampede
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The hunt scatters, and riders go home knowing the fate of the hounds and the fox
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Barney discovered Granny's spoons and trinkets in one of the suitcases
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Barney intended to drive the thieves' car to the police station
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Barney successfully stopped the thieves from driving away with the loot
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Barney inadvertently caused the thieves' car to roll towards the pit
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Barney finds a treasure in Stig's den, including jewelry, car seat skins, and silver cutlery.
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The policeman offers Barney a new bicycle as a reward for his involvement in the recovery of the stolen items.
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Barney is excited to attend 'BOTTOM’S MAMMOTH CIRCUS' during the Easter holiday.
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Barney and Lou successfully ask their Granny about attending the circus.
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Barney and Lou are interrupted by the presence of a stranger in the house when they try to ask their Granny about going to the circus.
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Stig learns to use spanners to make jewelry from car parts.
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Barney's disappointment shows his growing bond with the cave-dwelling boy.
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Barney and Stig hear the sounds of the hunt getting closer and set out to join the hunt.
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Barney goes out to get some fresh air and encounters the Snarget boys at the chalk pit.
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Barney experiences trepidation as he makes his way home through the dark, encountering a few scares.
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Stig gives Barney a flint arrowhead as a parting gift.
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The sky turns grey and an icy wind blows as Barney and Stig work to build a den.
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Barney and Stig accidentally push a car over a cliff into a dump
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Stig believes everything in the dump belongs to him
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Barney hides the suitcases of stolen silver in a bramble patch
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The men who come searching for the car suspect something supernatural in the area
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A policeman questions Barney's story and suspects him of making it up
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The buried car is pointed to as the location of the 'treasure'
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The story highlights Barney's unimaginative nature
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The text showcases themes of adventure, imagination, and the consequences of storytelling
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Stig becomes engrossed in his drawings, depicting hunting scenes
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Barney successfully invents the chimney for Stig's den
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Barney and Stig decide to give up hunting and return to the cave
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Barney borrows a spear from Stig for protection before leaving
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Barney and Lou are invited to a fancy-dress party by Mrs. Fawkham-Greene
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Barney wants to attend a circus instead of the fancy-dress party
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Barney seeks help from Stig to attend the fancy-dress party
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Stig impresses Barney by making creative use of discarded items, including an old umbrella
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Barney brings glass marbles as a gift for Stig in exchange for help with the fancy-dress party
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Barney accepts various items from Stig in exchange for the glass marbles
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Barney and Stig establish a friendly exchange, with Barney leaving the marbles with Stig
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The interaction between Barney and Stig showcases their mutual understanding and friendship
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Barney seeks Stig's help for the fancy-dress party, reflecting their friendship and exchange of gifts
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Barney and Stig's interaction emphasizes their willingness to help each other
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Barney and Stig's interaction highlights their imaginative and unadventurous nature
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The story emphasizes friendship, imagination, and determination as Barney sets out to meet Stig
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Barney negotiates with Stig using marbles and finally acquires the leopard-skin and a stone axe.
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Barney dresses himself in rabbit-skins and a mop head to complete the look and surprises his sister, Lou, with his new attire.
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Lou is amazed by the leopard-skin and agrees to pay Barney back with marbles.
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The text showcases Barney's determination and creativity in acquiring the leopard-skin and preparing for the party.
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The siblings, Barney and Lou, engage in imaginative play, pretending to be a master and a tame leopard in their cave.
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The setting involves a cave, woods, and the characters' home, creating a sense of adventure and exploration.
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The narrative captures the playful and imaginative nature of children's storytelling and their ability to create elaborate scenarios.
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Barney shares the location of a house for a party with Lou, signaling a potential future adventure.
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The text provides a glimpse into Stig's imaginative and adventurous nature.
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The interaction between Barney and Stig highlights their rivalry and the competition for goods.
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Barney and Lou's imaginative play involves them pretending to be a cave-dwelling boy and a tiger.
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The narrative depicts Barney's lack of interest in adventure and exploration.
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Barney and Lou had a perfect view of the camp.
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The noise that was something like music came mostly from a group in the middle of the crowd near the fire.
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The older people in the crowd were mostly sitting, lying, or squatting around.
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The story emphasizes the ease with which Barney and Stig settle into a steady rhythm of sawing the tree.
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Stig is the one who starts growling and barking, alerting the wild children to Dinah's presence.
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Barney successfully escapes by maneuvering through the trees.
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Barney's recollection at the end of the chapter is about encountering Stig at the forest floor.
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The mysterious sound heard from the little harpist is 'BLUNG, BLONG, BLOONG, BLUNG.'
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The wild children head into the woods because they are alarmed by the sound of the harp and Dinah's barking.
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Barney falls down a chalk cliff in the chapter.
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The harpist, Stig, reveals himself to be a familiar character to Lou.
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The story emphasizes Barney's unwavering belief in Stig's existence.
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Barney and Lou consider an escape plan after Dinah starts growling and barking.
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The chapter ends with Barney's recollection of a previous encounter with Stig when he fell down a chalk cliff.
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The singer portrays a deer and a hunter during the performance.
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Stig walks away from the campfire into the woods after his performance.
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Stig delivers a speech in an unknown language, signifying their arrival to the tribe.
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The children struggle with the taste of the beer and accidentally splash a tribesman.
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The arrival of food signifies the continuation of the cultural exchange and the children's immersion into the tribe's customs.
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Barney and Lou are pressured to make a speech, with Lou attempting to deliver a nonsensical one.
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The chief requests to see the children's dog, Dinah, and compliments her coat.
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The tribe offers the children horns filled with liquid, which they discover is beer.
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The children are in the presence of a chief or king who seems pleased with their actions.
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The chief responds with a majestic speech and gestures, seemingly blessing the children and the tribe.
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Barney and Lou are interrupted by the presence of a stranger in the house when they try to ask their Granny about going to the circus.
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The setting is described as having a yellow fog and a smell of distant cement works.
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Barney and Stig establish a friendly exchange, with Barney leaving the marbles with Stig.
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The encounter ends with the Snargets confronting Barney, revealing their playful nature and their suspicions about him.
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Barney and Stig are served stringy, blackened meat by the chief and other important men
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The thumping sound is accompanied by a long-drawn wail, creating a sense of impending danger
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The tribe, including the chief and old men, is drawn towards the source of the sound
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Despite disbelief, the characters confirm that they are not dreaming
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Stig, a member of the tribe, appears cheerful and unconcerned about the strange occurrence
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Dinah, the dog, reacts fearfully and runs away, causing commotion
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Lou tries to call Dinah back, while Barney and Stig prepare to investigate the mysterious occurrence
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The dark shape at the base of the hill is revealed to have strings or feelers attached to it
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The chief throws his bone to wildish dogs, and the rest of the tribe follows suit
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Barney and Stig use glass jars and wooden boxes to build a den
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The strange thumping sound causes a commotion among the tribe
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At the base of the hill, a dark shape emerges from the mist, emitting the wail and thump
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Barney and Lou are greeted by Stig, a primitive man with a flint spear, and his tribe, who speak fluent English.
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Dinah, the growling dog, seems to recognize Stig, surprising Lou and Barney.
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The tribe's huts are more like shelters, made of branches and thatched with leaves and bracken.
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The chief of Stig's tribe is adorned with animal teeth necklaces and bangles.
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Barney and Lou show disrespect when the tribe members fall flat on the ground in front of the chief.
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The encounter feels reminiscent of a procession, with Barney and Lou being the most important people in the circle.
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The text conveys a sense of cultural similarities and easy communication between Barney, Lou, and Stig's tribe.
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The unexpected encounter with the primitive tribe creates a sense of curiosity and uncertainty for Barney and Lou.
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Barney and Lou find themselves in a forest at night, with the full moon shining through the beech boughs.
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Lou climbs down to Barney, worried about his safety, as they are approached by shadowy figures.
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Despite the language barrier, Dinah, the growling dog, seems to be the only one not surprised by the encounter.
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Stig's tribe seems to be on some sort of hunting expedition as they walk through the forest.
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Study Notes
Barney visits Stig in the pit
- Barney borrows a ball of garden string from the tool-shed to lower carrots into the pit
- He lowers the carrots down to Stig's front door using the string
- Stig emerges from the pit and happily interacts with Barney
- Barney offers Stig carrots and then apples as a friendly gesture
- Stig leads Barney to his den, showing signs of recent digging
- The den is dark and gloomy, even with the hole in the roof mended
- Barney recalls the new tunnelling and the baby’s bath full of chalk from the previous day
- Stig blunders through nettles without seeming to mind the stings
- Barney avoids the nettles but decides not to make a fuss about the stings
- The dump looked more cheerful with sunlight pouring through the golden autumn leaves
- Barney finds the tail of an aeroplane, a ship’s helm, and a bicycle in the dump
- Barney is excited to visit Stig, a real live person, in his den
Stig and Barney's Adventure in the Cave
- Stig and Barney find a cave, and Stig demonstrates his appreciation for matches by conserving them.
- Stig and Barney roast chestnuts in the cave and Stig creates intricate drawings on the cave wall.
- Stig becomes engrossed in his drawings, depicting hunting scenes, while Barney marvels at his talent.
- Barney realizes it's nighttime and prepares to leave, borrowing a spear from Stig for protection.
- Barney experiences trepidation as he makes his way home through the dark, encountering a few scares.
- Upon returning home, Barney shares his adventure with his grandmother and sister, emphasizing his time spent with Stig.
- Lou goes fox hunting with the North Kent Foxhounds, despite the pouring rain, with the help of a neighbor.
- Lou's determination to go hunting is evident, and she relies on her riding skills and the availability of a pony.
- The rainy weather doesn't deter Lou from pursuing her hunting excursion.
- The text depicts the strong bond between Stig and Barney, as well as Lou's independent spirit and determination.
- The narrative showcases the rustic and adventurous lifestyle of the characters in the story.
- The text highlights the contrast between the modern and primitive worlds in which the characters live.
The Mysterious Hunt and the Encounter in the Chalk Pit
- Lou and Flash, the pony, are out hunting for a fox but have not found one yet
- The huntsman's horse bolts through the riders, causing a stampede
- Lou notices something odd about the huntsman's horse and a strange creature at the tail of the hunt
- The hunt scatters, and riders go home without knowing the fate of the hounds or the fox
- Lou and Barney return home after the eventful day
- Barney went hunting with Stig, who was only interested in hunting smaller animals
- Barney encounters the Snarget boys at the chalk pit, who are known troublemakers
- The Snarget boys are at the bottom of the pit, dressed in tattered clothes and with long, greasy hair
- The Snarget boys are part of a large family living in an old house with tarred weather-boards
- The setting is described as having a yellow fog and a smell of distant cement works
- Barney goes out to get some fresh air, but ends up encountering the Snarget boys at the chalk pit
- The Snarget boys are known for "getting into trouble"
Barney's Adventure with Stig
- Barney discovers a pile of skins in Stig's cave, including a leopard-skin, and wants to take it for his sister's fancy-dress party.
- He negotiates with Stig using marbles and finally acquires the leopard-skin and a stone axe.
- Barney dresses himself in rabbit-skins and a mop head to complete the look and surprises his sister, Lou, with his new attire.
- Lou is amazed by the leopard-skin and agrees to pay Barney back with marbles.
- They dress Lou in the leopard-skin, and she transforms into a convincing leopard, engaging in playful antics with Barney.
- Barney shares the location of a house for a party with Lou, signaling a potential future adventure.
- The text is part of a story involving Barney and Stig, a caveman, and their adventures, including acquiring items from the dump.
- The narrative showcases Barney's determination and creativity in acquiring the leopard-skin and preparing for the party.
- The interaction between Barney and Stig highlights their friendship and the exchange of goods.
- The siblings, Barney and Lou, engage in imaginative play, pretending to be a master and a tame leopard in their cave.
- The setting involves a cave, woods, and the characters' home, creating a sense of adventure and exploration.
- The text captures the playful and imaginative nature of children's storytelling and their ability to create elaborate scenarios.
Unexpected Encounter with a Primitive Tribe
- Barney and Lou find themselves in a forest at night, with the full moon shining through the beech boughs.
- Lou climbs down to Barney, worried about his safety, as they are approached by shadowy figures.
- They are greeted by Stig, a primitive man with a flint spear, and his tribe, who do not speak English.
- Stig and his tribe invite Barney and Lou to a party in their village, where they are accompanied by a growling dog, Dinah.
- Despite the language barrier, Dinah seems to recognize Stig, surprising Lou and Barney.
- As they walk through the forest, Stig's tribe seems to be on some sort of holiday, sitting around fires and roasting meat.
- The tribe's huts are more like shelters, made of branches and thatched with leaves and bracken.
- They are greeted by the chief, an older man with white hair and bright black eyes, who is adorned with animal teeth necklaces and bangles.
- The tribe members fall flat on the ground in front of the chief, prompting Barney and Lou to show respect in their own way.
- The encounter feels reminiscent of a procession, with Barney and Lou being the most important people in the circle.
- The text conveys a sense of cultural differences and the challenges of communication between Barney, Lou, and Stig's tribe.
- The unexpected encounter with the primitive tribe creates a sense of curiosity and uncertainty for Barney and Lou.
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Test your knowledge on the adventures of Barney and Stig, including their encounters in the pit, the cave, and with primitive tribes. Explore the rustic and adventurous lifestyle of the characters in these captivating narratives.
