The Explorer by Katherine Rundell True and False

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Fred is the pilot of the aeroplane

False

The aeroplane is flying towards Manaus, the city on the water

True

The girl in the next row has blonde hair down to her waist

False

The airfield they left was bustling with activity

False

The boy in the cockpit was calm and relaxed during takeoff

False

The setting of the story is in Brazil

True

Con believes that one person shouldn't get to decide what is fair

True

The air in the clearing is described as having a blue color that does not exist in England

True

Fred saw four trees that had fallen together at the far end of the clearing

True

Con thinks that the fallen trees look like they fell over

False

Fred's fear overpowers his curiosity when he sees the strange trees

False

At the base of the smaller trees, Fred finds a mess of fernlike plants and a few mushrooms

True

Max is the one injured in the Amazon jungle

False

Lila comforts Max with a lullaby in Spanish

False

Fred suggests they sleep based on advice from their scientist parents

False

The group encounters a bear in the Amazon jungle

False

The water in the clearing tastes good

False

The text conveys the group's optimism about survival

False

Fred was the only survivor of the plane crash.

False

The heavy rain helped extinguish the fire from the crash.

True

Con and Lila are not injured after the crash.

False

The group immediately trusted and worked together when they met.

False

The crash occurred in a populated area.

False

The story creates a detailed picture of the characters' physical and emotional state.

True

Fred wakes up in the Amazon jungle covered in blood and scabs.

True

The trio realizes that Max, a little boy, is missing.

True

Fred finds Max playing by a vile-smelling puddle, and the boy starts screaming as Fred approaches.

True

Fred tries to comfort Max with a mint and offers him a sweet to calm him down.

False

Lila advocates for making camp in the jungle due to the burnt surroundings.

True

Con insists on waiting by the plane for rescue.

True

Con believes that fish cannot be trusted and thinks they might attack them in the water

True

Lila reassures the group that as long as they are not bleeding, they are safe to swim in the water

True

Fred describes the fish in the water as beautiful and harmless

False

Con is convinced that the plural of piranha is 'piranhas'

False

Lila's face is described as inscrutable when Con expresses his fear of the fish

True

The group feels safe and optimistic about swimming in the water despite the presence of piranhas

False

Con believes that the raft is not going to work and they shouldn't make themselves hungry and tired when the only food they have is grubs.

True

Lila takes off the burnt bits from the pieces of wood to make it look neat.

True

Max claims to be the best at helping and makes the vines talk to one another.

True

Con approached the group silently after unwinding herself from her angry ball of limbs.

True

Fred finds a mess of fernlike plants and a few mushrooms at the base of the smaller trees.

True

The group feels safe and optimistic about swimming in the water despite the presence of piranhas.

False

Max refuses to eat grubs, sticking to eating only 'actual food'

True

Lila comforts Max and he is upset and wants to go home

True

Fred uses the steel from his broken watch to create a spark for the fire

True

Con, who has never lit a fire before, tries to use the watch to start a fire and eventually succeeds

True

The children discuss sleeping in shifts to keep the fire going

True

Fred quietly puts the watch in his pocket, showing a mix of emotions about using his father's gift for survival

True

Fred is the one who proposes building a raft to escape the jungle

True

Con is supportive of the idea of building a raft to escape the jungle

False

Lila supports the idea of building a raft as a means to escape the jungle

True

The characters are optimistic about their survival throughout the text

False

The text emphasizes the characters' struggle for survival and the challenges they face in the jungle

True

Max is the one who feels the weight of responsibility for their survival and is determined to find a way out

False

Con is the one who finds cocoa pods in the jungle.

False

Lila reassures the group that it is safe to eat the larvae found inside the cocoa pods.

True

Max's attempt to follow Lila into the jungle causes disruption within the group.

True

The narrative provides insights into the characters' personalities, relationships, and coping mechanisms in a low-stress situation.

False

The group's efforts to find food and make decisions demonstrate their resourcefulness and adaptability in the face of adversity.

True

The children's interactions and decisions reveal their evolving dynamics and the complexities of their relationships as they navigate the wilderness together.

True

Max was the first one to climb onto the raft

False

Fred showed the group how he had reinforced the loops and added extra branches to the raft

True

The raft tipped over and sank when Fred tried to climb onto it

False

Lila was the last one to climb onto the raft

False

The group was optimistic about the raft's success from the beginning

False

The raft was described as more beautiful than any millionaire's yacht

True

Fred wakes up in the Amazon jungle covered in blood and scabs.

False

Lila advocates for making camp in the jungle due to the burnt surroundings.

False

Max was the first one to climb onto the raft

False

The group feels safe and optimistic about swimming in the water despite the presence of piranhas.

False

The crash occurred in a populated area.

False

The water in the clearing tastes good

False

Fred compares his discovery of the pineapple to what Columbus must have felt when he discovered America.

True

The pineapple becomes a symbol of despair and disappointment for the group

False

Fred jumps into the water to retrieve a silver box, despite warnings.

True

The raft spins and speeds down the river, encountering wildlife and a fork in the river.

True

The group's dynamics are not revealed through the pineapple experience

False

The discovery of the pineapple highlights the contrast between the familiar and the unknown in the unfamiliar environment

True

Con claims to have a photographic memory and volunteers to remember the way back.

False

The pineapple adds a moment of joy and wonder to the group's otherwise difficult and uncertain situation

True

The text ends with a cliffhanger as the characters notice something in the water.

True

They encounter a narrow river with a shoal of fish and a possible piranha.

True

Fred gathers wood for the fire and is amazed by the vibrant and diverse nature around him

True

Lila, Con, and Max are all injured after the raft incident.

False

Fred finds comfort and safety in the warmth of the fire and the feeling of having a weapon.

True

The group navigates the raft downstream, facing obstacles like overhanging branches and scratches.

False

The sardine tin found in the water was canned in Plymouth, England.

True

Fred speculates that the tin might have belonged to an English explorer who never returned.

True

The group encounters an unexplored site in the Amazon, sparking their imagination.

True

Lila and Con help Max escape the electric eel and onto the raft.

False

Fred ultimately agrees to promise the explorer whatever he wants in order to get out of the situation.

False

Con is the one who finds cocoa pods in the jungle.

False

Max is the one injured in the Amazon jungle.

False

The children discuss sleeping in shifts to keep the fire going.

False

Lila and Con help Max escape the electric eel and onto the raft.

False

The group immediately trusted and worked together when they met.

False

Fred was captured by the Germans during his expedition in the jungle.

False

The explorer was captured by the owners of a rubber company because he didn't like how they were treating the people in the forests around them.

True

Fred apologizes to the explorer for their dishonest and counterproductive actions the previous night.

True

The tension in the scene builds as the explorer sharpens his knife, leading Fred to wonder if the explorer plans to harm him.

True

The explorer ultimately forgives Fred for his actions after their conversation.

False

Fred feels fear and tension as he waits for the explorer's next move.

True

Fred experiences guilt and nightmares after the incident

True

The ruin looks more alive in the sunrise, with vines covering walls and a green canopy overhead

True

Fred cautiously checks his boots for scorpions before exploring the ruin

True

The explorer advises Fred on how to wake him up in the future

True

The explorer warns Fred to stay away from him when he's sleeping

True

The group encounters a bear in the Amazon jungle

False

True or false: The group debates whether to go after the explorer and apologize.

True

True or false: Fred refuses to lie to the explorer and is accused of seeking fame.

True

True or false: Lila threatens to punch the group if they make Max cry again.

True

True or false: Fred eats the bird seasoned with the dropped seasoning and finds it delicious.

True

True or false: The group discusses the possibility of a hidden area behind a curtain of vines and considers searching it for supplies.

True

True or false: Con suggests finding supplies as an alternative if the explorer refuses to help them reach Manaus.

False

Fred persuades Lila to join him in investigating the vines, despite Con's reluctance.

True

The children express remorse and insist they weren't planning to take anything.

True

Max, accompanied by Con, is also present during the confrontation.

False

The setting is described as a dark, deserted city square with statues and overgrown ruins.

True

The children's urge to explore clashes with the explorer's strict orders, leading to a confrontational and tense situation.

True

The explorer's secrecy and the city's mysterious nature intrigue the children.

True

True or false: The roaring sound that interrupted their conversation was made by a bear, tiger, engine, or a human in pain?

True

True or false: The vulture approached and sat on Max's shoe, resenting that they hadn't offered him any food

True

True or false: The explorer seemed to have forgotten they were there when he reappeared

True

True or false: Max ran after the explorer, weaving in and out of the young shoots growing up between the stones of the city floor

True

True or false: The explorer crouched down in front of Max and told him he had vulture poo in his hair, which dented his gravitas

True

True or false: Lila pleaded with the explorer to come back after he refused their offer of food

True

True or false: The intestines were easy to empty and the process of heating them over the fire to harden them felt modern.

False

True or false: Fred's fingers would never lose the faint scent of dead bird after making the spears.

True

True or false: Con's spear was the most disheveled due to Baca's involvement in the process.

False

True or false: Fred found enough rainwater to wash the burnt-grease smell off his arms.

True

True or false: The explorer was standing up and adjusting his pith helmet when Fred heard voices upon returning.

False

True or false: The stones across the citadel had small patches that collected enough rainwater to wash off the scent.

True

True or false: The explorer finds the homemade meal presented by Lila and her friends to be delicious.

False

True or false: Baca enjoys the drink made of sugar cane, coconut milk, and herbs.

False

True or false: The explorer claims that older piranhas taste like chicken.

True

True or false: The encounter with the explorer leaves a profound impact on all the children, particularly Fred.

False

True or false: The explorer expresses a deep connection to places and the importance of protecting them.

True

True or false: The explorer ultimately forgives Fred for his actions after their conversation.

False

Fred becomes emotional and drunk, reminiscing about his past and expressing regret

False

The children successfully use smoking as a mosquito repellent in the jungle

False

The encounter with the explorer leaves a lasting impact on the children, shaping their understanding of love and risk-taking

True

The explorer warns Fred about the dangers of revealing the beauty of the jungle to the world

True

The children's attempt at smoking to repel mosquitoes is unsuccessful

True

The explorer advises the children to take risks to impress others

False

True or false: The group encounters a bear in the Amazon jungle

False

True or false: The airfield they left was bustling with activity

False

True or false: Lila reassures the group that it is safe to eat the larvae found inside the cocoa pods

True

True or false: Fred experiences guilt and nightmares after the incident

True

True or false: The group settles down for the night, wary of snakes and insects

True

True or false: Max is the one injured in the Amazon jungle

False

Con stole the ink from someone while they were asleep

True

Fred is the first to volunteer to get a tattoo

True

Lila is the one who sterilizes the penknife tip in the flames of the fire

False

The group discusses writing 'I swear' as a tattoo

True

Fred finds it easy to cut his own skin for the tattoo

False

Con believes the pain of cutting the skin is nothing compared to everything else

True

True or false: Lila threatened the explorer to help her brother or she would kill him.

True

True or false: Fred called out for help when he saw the explorer behind the vine curtain.

True

True or false: The explorer's anger disappeared when he learned that Max was sick.

True

True or false: Lila let out a roar with blood in it when she thought the explorer was going to say that Max was dead.

True

True or false: The explorer's face was black with anger when the vines parted and he stared out.

True

True or false: Lila had Baca tangled in her hair when she was desperately looking for the explorer.

True

True or false: The explorer warns the group about eye-licking bees in the forest, suggesting wearing netting over their eyes for protection.

True

True or false: The explorer adds vampire bats to the list of dangers, explaining their sharp teeth and blood-clotting chemical in their tongues.

True

True or false: The explorer cautions them about yellow fever and instructs them to lie about the journey and not mention his name.

True

True or false: Max expresses fear of something watching them in the forest, despite Fred's reassurances.

True

True or false: Fred sees movement in the trees outside the stone house just as he is falling asleep.

True

True or false: The text leaves the reader with a sense of impending danger and unease in the forest.

True

The group decides to play 'stuck in the mud' despite the heavy rain.

True

Lila advises Con to hold branches tightly to alleviate the pain of a stitch.

True

The group finds Max convulsing at the base of a tree, struggling to breathe.

True

The atmosphere shifts from playful to tense as the group deals with the crisis.

True

The events in the jungle have a lasting impact on Fred, who reflects on the experience years later.

True

The text creates a sense of suspense and sets the stage for a dramatic turn of events.

True

Fred, Lila, Con, and Max perform a secret ritual by marking an X on their hands with ink and blood, making a solemn vow to keep their discovery a secret.

True

Max, the youngest, insists on participating in the ritual despite the pain and secrecy involved, and eventually joins his siblings in the vow.

True

The group discusses their knowledge of the river and their raft-building skills with the explorer, who shares his own experiences and knowledge of the area.

True

The explorer emphasizes the importance of being prepared and resourceful, highlighting the necessity of a pen for their journey.

True

The group is given meat from a gourd, and the explorer emphasizes the need for them to understand both the river and the land to find their way home.

True

Lila uses a flint to carve into stone as a substitute for a pen, demonstrating their resourcefulness and adaptability.

True

True or false: Fred finds Max playing by a vile-smelling puddle, and the boy starts screaming as Fred approaches.

False

True or false: The group was optimistic about the raft's success from the beginning

False

True or false: The water in the clearing tastes good

False

True or false: The girl in the next row has blonde hair down to her waist

False

True or false: Fred tries to comfort Max with a mint and offers him a sweet to calm him down.

False

True or false: The events in the jungle have a lasting impact on Fred, who reflects on the experience years later.

True

True or false: Lila supports the idea of building a raft as a means to escape the jungle

False

Fred's father is overjoyed to see him and expresses his fear of losing him

True

Lila plays the piano on the ocean liner with her two parents and Baca around her neck

True

The group's arrival at the dock is met with tension and longing from the people waiting

True

Con's great-aunt reaches out and takes hold of Con's wrist, as if to make sure she is real

True

Fred's father is described as running towards him faster than any aeroplane

True

The old woman at the dock has the same wicked tilt to her eyebrows as Max

True

Fred sees his father pushing aside sailors and women in elaborate hats as he runs towards him

True

Con's aunt holds Con's wrist in both hands, as if to make sure Con is real

True

Fred tries to still the roar of disappointment in his chest as he stands still in the customs shed

True

True or false: The explorer reveals that he fears being recognized, which would lead to interviews and media attention, hinting at his true identity as a famous lost explorer.

True

True or false: Fred accuses the explorer of being a coward and becomes angry, expressing his fear of making a mistake during the flight.

True

True or false: The explorer shares a personal experience of wishing harm on others during his youth, to emphasize that such feelings are common and transient.

True

True or false: The explorer acknowledges Con's feelings and comforts her, assuring her that such thoughts are a phase and will pass.

True

True or false: The explorer continues to reassure the children and prepares them for the journey, displaying care and understanding towards their concerns.

True

True or false: Con confides in the explorer about her dark thoughts and wishes, and he empathizes with her, sharing his own similar experiences during his youth.

True

True or false: The explorer dismisses the possibility of Fred panicking or going crazy during the journey.

True

Con expresses her love for the jungle and her freedom there, contrasting it with the restrictions and expectations of home.

True

The explorer compares Con to a lionheart, emphasizing her bravery and resilience.

True

The group gathers at the stone city as the explorer prepares to leave, showing signs of their challenging journey.

True

The explorer imparts a message of bravery and taking risks to the group before they depart.

True

The explorer bids farewell to the group and gestures for Fred to enter the plane before departing.

True

The explorer encourages Lila to share the beauty and demands of the world with others upon her return.

True

The explorer comforts Lila as she prepares to depart, expressing his gratitude for meeting Max.

True

Study Notes

Lost in the Amazon Jungle

  • Fred wakes up in the Brazilian jungle, finding himself covered in blood and scabs, with his friends Lila and Con asleep nearby.
  • The trio realizes that Max, a little boy, is missing, and Fred frantically searches for him.
  • Fred finds Max playing by a vile-smelling puddle, and the boy starts screaming as Fred approaches.
  • Fred tries to comfort Max with a mint and offers him a sweet to calm him down.
  • Despite Max's refusal to blow his nose, Fred and Lila lead him back to Con, all three of them showing signs of injuries and distress.
  • Lila and Con argue about whether to stay near the crashed plane or venture into the jungle to find help, with Lila advocating for making camp in the jungle due to the burnt surroundings.
  • The girls disagree about whether to stay near the plane or explore the jungle for survival.
  • Lila, who appears to be about Fred's age, is assertive and suggests making camp in the jungle, while Con insists on staying near the plane, expecting rescue.
  • The group debates the pros and cons of staying near the plane versus setting up camp in the jungle, with the pilot's death also part of their considerations.
  • The girls' conflicting opinions create tension, with Lila advocating for a logical approach while Con insists on waiting by the plane for rescue.
  • Lila's rational argument, based on the burnt surroundings and lack of animals for food, clashes with Con's insistence on waiting by the plane for rescue.
  • Fred is left to make the final decision between Lila's logical reasoning and Con's hope for rescue near the plane.

Survival in the Wild

  • A group of children, including Fred, Con, Lila, and Max, find themselves in a challenging survival situation in the wild.
  • They are hungry and seeking food, discussing the possibility of eating insects and finding fruit in the jungle.
  • Lila, who is knowledgeable about animals, goes to search for food and returns with cocoa pods, suggesting they can eat the cocoa beans and larvae inside the pods.
  • The group debates the safety of eating the larvae and whether it's a viable food source.
  • Lila finds larvae inside the pods and reassures the group that they can eat them, prompting Fred to reluctantly bite into a grub.
  • Tensions rise among the group, with arguments and misunderstandings about leadership and decision-making.
  • Max, the youngest, attempts to follow Lila into the jungle and causes disruption within the group.
  • The children's discussion and actions reflect their struggle to navigate survival instincts and interpersonal dynamics in a challenging environment.
  • The narrative provides insights into the characters' personalities, relationships, and coping mechanisms in a high-stress situation.
  • The group's efforts to find food and make decisions demonstrate their resourcefulness and adaptability in the face of adversity.
  • The narrative highlights the physical and emotional challenges the children face as they strive to survive in the unfamiliar and demanding wilderness.
  • The children's interactions and decisions reveal their evolving dynamics and the complexities of their relationships as they navigate the wilderness together.

Amazon Adventure and Mysterious Discovery

  • Fred, Lila, Max, and Con encounter an electric eel while rafting in the Amazon.
  • Lila and Con help Fred escape the eel and onto the raft.
  • Lila explains the danger of electric eels using an empty sardine tin found in the water.
  • The group struggles to navigate the raft back upstream, facing obstacles like overhanging branches and scratches.
  • They recognize a familiar spot and use a branch as a mooring point for the raft.
  • Fred discovers that the branch has been intentionally tied to the tree, raising suspicion.
  • The group returns to their campsite, and Fred feels uneasy, sensing something following them.
  • Fred revives the fire, finding comfort and safety in its warmth and the feeling of having a weapon.
  • They examine the sardine tin and realize it was canned in Plymouth, England.
  • Fred speculates that the tin might have belonged to an English explorer who never returned.
  • He shares a story about Hiram Bingham's discovery of an Inca city, highlighting the allure of exploration.
  • The group ponders the possibility of encountering an unexplored site in the Amazon, sparking their imagination.

Explorers in an Ancient City

  • Fred, Con, and Lila are explorers in an ancient city, seeking a way to get home.
  • They encounter a madman with a pet vulture and are forbidden from touching a wall of vines.
  • Fred persuades Lila to join him in investigating the vines, despite Con's reluctance.
  • They are interrupted by the angry explorer, who forbids them from exploring further.
  • The explorer accuses them of lacking self-control and orders them to leave.
  • The explorer's fury and the children's fear are palpable in the tense encounter.
  • The children express remorse and insist they weren't planning to take anything.
  • Max, accompanied by Con, is also present during the confrontation.
  • The setting is described as a dark, deserted city square with statues and overgrown ruins.
  • The explorer's secrecy and the city's mysterious nature intrigue the children.
  • Fred's longing for home and the children's conflicting emotions are depicted.
  • The children's urge to explore clashes with the explorer's strict orders, leading to a confrontational and tense situation.

A Peculiar Night in the Jungle

  • Fred discreetly extinguishes his cigarette in a snail shell, feeling uneasy
  • Fred observes two girls spitting into the fire with skill
  • Fred reflects on the explorer's solitude and his own feelings of loneliness
  • Con grips Fred's ankle in her sleep, and he reassures her with a thumb touch
  • The group settles down for the night, wary of snakes and insects
  • The explorer remains asleep as the group wakes up, and Max kicks Fred awake
  • Max asks the explorer about eating grass and a beetle, showing signs of hunger and distress
  • The explorer advises Max against eating the beetle and shows concern for his well-being
  • Max sings quietly to himself in Portuguese, displaying signs of malnourishment
  • The explorer urges the group to prepare for their journey and teaches them how to make spears using intestines
  • The group reluctantly digs up and prepares the intestines for spear-making
  • A distant roar prompts Fred to consider investigating, despite Con's objections and the explorer's prior instructions

Secret Swear and Explorer School

  • Fred, Lila, Con, and Max perform a secret ritual by marking an X on their hands with ink and blood, making a solemn vow to keep their discovery a secret.
  • Max, the youngest, insists on participating in the ritual despite the pain and secrecy involved, and eventually joins his siblings in the vow.
  • The explorer, who has been observing them, initiates an "explorer school" to teach them survival techniques and navigation.
  • The group discusses their knowledge of the river and their raft-building skills with the explorer, who shares his own experiences and knowledge of the area.
  • The explorer describes the dangers of the river, including the need to secure the youngest member, and emphasizes the need for preparation and equanimity in the face of potential danger.
  • The explorer emphasizes the importance of being prepared and resourceful, highlighting the necessity of a pen for their journey.
  • Lila uses a flint to carve into stone as a substitute for a pen, demonstrating their resourcefulness and adaptability.
  • The explorer shares his memories of navigating the river, highlighting the challenges and joy he experienced during his early expeditions.
  • The group is given meat from a gourd, and the explorer emphasizes the need for them to understand both the river and the land to find their way home.
  • The explorer recounts his past expedition experiences and the various goals of the expeditions, providing insight into the challenges and motivations of exploration.
  • The group learns about the dangers they will face on the river, including the need to secure the youngest member and the high risks of falling overboard.
  • The explorer emphasizes the need for preparation and equanimity in the face of potential danger, illustrating the challenges they will face on their journey.

The Explorer's Farewell

  • Con expresses her love for the jungle and her freedom there, contrasting it with the restrictions and expectations of home.
  • The explorer insists Con must return home to avoid being found, but promises her more adventures in the future.
  • The explorer compares Con to a lionheart, emphasizing her bravery and resilience.
  • Fred offers Con a place to stay during the holidays, hinting at a deeper connection.
  • Lila urges Fred to ensure the explorer's safe departure, emphasizing the importance of the task.
  • The group gathers at the stone city as the explorer prepares to leave, showing signs of their challenging journey.
  • Lila entrusts Baca, a rescued animal, to the explorer, who insists that Baca belongs to her.
  • The explorer comforts Lila as she prepares to depart, expressing his gratitude for meeting Max.
  • The explorer encourages Lila to share the beauty and demands of the world with others upon her return.
  • The explorer imparts a message of bravery and taking risks to the group before they depart.
  • Con expresses her fear, to which the explorer responds by acknowledging her fear and encouraging bravery.
  • The explorer bids farewell to the group and gestures for Fred to enter the plane before departing.

"Lost in the Amazon Jungle" Quiz: Join Fred, Lila, and Con on their journey through the Brazilian jungle after waking up to find themselves in a dire situation. Test your decision-making skills as you navigate through conflicting opinions and tense moments to survive in the wilderness.

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