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What was Stuart's main concern as he prepared for his outing with Harriet?
What was Stuart's main concern as he prepared for his outing with Harriet?
What item did Harriet carry with her when she arrived?
What item did Harriet carry with her when she arrived?
What did Stuart do to prepare himself before Harriet arrived?
What did Stuart do to prepare himself before Harriet arrived?
What was the state of Stuart's emotions as five o'clock approached?
What was the state of Stuart's emotions as five o'clock approached?
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What does the phrase "broken dreams" refer to in the context of the story?
What does the phrase "broken dreams" refer to in the context of the story?
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Study Notes
Stuart's Canoe Trip
- Stuart plans a canoe trip with Harriet Ames.
- He spends the afternoon preparing, changing clothes, nervous about the date.
- Stuart is anxious about the weather, worried it might rain.
- Harriet arrives at 5 pm for the canoe trip.
- Stuart is excited, trying to appear cool and collected.
- He leads Harriet to the shore where he hid the canoe.
- The canoe is missing.
- It is found damaged and messed up, possibly by boys playing with it.
- Stuart is devastated, feeling like his plans are ruined.
- He blames the canoe's condition on the boys, refusing to go on the trip.
- Harriet offers to go to the dance with him, but Stuart declines.
- He decides to leave the next morning, even though it is raining.
- He feels heartbroken, losing his chance for a romantic evening with Harriet.
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Test your understanding of Stuart's emotional journey during his canoe trip with Harriet. This quiz covers his preparations, anxieties, and eventual heartbreak when the canoe is found damaged. Explore the themes of disappointment and missed romantic opportunities.
