Stuart Little Adventure
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What did Stuart think would happen to him after being dumped into the water?

  • He would be rescued soon.
  • He would die and never see his family again. (correct)
  • He would be taken back to the city.
  • He would swim to safety.
  • What was Margalo's plan to rescue Stuart?

  • To summon other birds for help.
  • To have him hang onto her feet while she flew. (correct)
  • To carry him by holding onto his clothes.
  • To dive into the water and pull him out.
  • How did Mrs. Little react upon Stuart's return?

  • She was too busy to notice.
  • She gave him a long lecture.
  • She scolded him for being late.
  • She kissed him. (correct)
  • What did Margalo receive from Mrs. Little at supper?

    <p>A tiny cake with seeds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the weather condition during Stuart and Margalo's flight over the ocean?

    <p>Windy with gray waves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did Stuart take to help lighten Margalo's load during the flight?

    <p>He dropped his ice skates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Stuart's Plight

    • Stuart, a small boy, ends up trapped inside a garbage truck after being mistakenly thrown in with the trash.
    • He's unable to escape the truck and is eventually dumped into a garbage scow on the East River.
    • The scow is towed out to sea bound for a dumping ground in the Atlantic Ocean, leaving Stuart with a grim realization of his impending demise.
    • Stuart reminisces about his home, family, and pets, overwhelmed by the thought of never seeing them again.

    Margalo's Heroic Rescue

    • Just as despair grips Stuart, he hears a familiar voice – Margalo, his pet bird.
    • Margalo, having witnessed Stuart's predicament, followed the garbage truck and arrives to his rescue.
    • Margalo offers to carry Stuart back home by clinging onto her feet. Despite Stuart’s heavy weight, Margalo is determined to save him.
    • Stuart, reluctantly trusting Margalo’s strength, hangs onto her as they take flight over the ocean.

    The Flight Home

    • Margalo struggles with the strong odor emanating from Stuart’s garbage-laden clothes and tries to find ways to reduce the weight.
    • Stuart discards his ice skates to help Margalo’s flight, throwing them overboard for a lighter load.
    • They fly over the ocean, witnessing the vastness of the Atlantic and the landscape of New York City.
    • After a fifteen-minute flight, Margalo successfully carries Stuart back to his home and lands on the Boston fern.

    Reunited and Safe

    • Stuart's family is overjoyed to see him back safe and sound.
    • Mrs. Little, worried about Stuart’s disappearance, welcomes him back with a kiss despite his odorous clothes.
    • Stuart recounts his harrowing experience to his family, sharing details of the ocean and the sights they saw during their flight.
    • Mr. Little expresses his desire to see the beauty of the ocean someday.
    • Margalo is showered with gratitude for saving Stuart's life and receives a special cake from Mrs. Little.

    Stuart's Journey

    • Stuart is accidentally dumped into a garbage truck.
    • The truck drives to the East River and dumps its load onto a garbage scow.
    • Stuart is knocked unconscious and wakes up on the scow, which is being towed out to sea.
    • Stuart believes he will die and expresses his regrets.

    Margalo’s Rescue

    • Margalo sees Stuart getting dumped in the garbage truck.
    • Margalo follows the truck and finds Stuart on the scow, being towed out to sea.
    • Margalo offers to fly Stuart back home, even though he is heavy.
    • Stuart worries about getting dizzy and sick, but Margalo reassures him that anything is better than death.

    The Flight Home

    • Margalo carries Stuart back home with him.
    • Stuart's smell bothers Margalo.
    • Margalo suggests dropping the skates Stuart is carrying to make him lighter.
    • Stuart throws his skates overboard, and they fly towards New York.

    Return and Thanksgiving

    • Stuart and Margalo fly back into the Littles’ home through the window.
    • Mrs. Little is relieved to see them back and reassures a smelly, but safe Stuart.
    • Mr. Little asks about the ocean because he has never traveled far.
    • The family expresses their gratitude to Margalo and celebrates Stuart's safe return.

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    Explore the dramatic rescue of Stuart Little by his pet bird Margalo. After being trapped in a garbage truck, Stuart faces a dire situation until Margalo swoops in to save him. Join their thrilling adventure as they fly home over the ocean, testing bravery and friendship.

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