The Body Stephen King Ch. 1-10 Flashcards

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In what year did the narrator see a dead body?

1960

What was the name for the social club the boys had in their treehouse?

It had no name

What is the clubhouse made of?

wood

What frightens the narrator about the dump?

The dump owner's dog, Chopper Signup and view all the answers

How old are the boys?

around 12 years old Signup and view all the answers

Why does Teddy have poor hearing?

His dad burnt his ears on the cast iron burner plates on the woodstove for breaking a plate Signup and view all the answers

What is Teddy's last name?

Duchamp Signup and view all the answers

Why is Teddy proud of his father?

He's a soldier and stormed the beaches of Normandy Signup and view all the answers

Who arrives at the treehouse with exciting information?

Vern Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the narrator's brother?

Dennis was killed in a jeep accident Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the dead boy?

Ray Brower Signup and view all the answers

Why was Vern digging under his porch?

To find the jar of pennies he buried 4 years ago Signup and view all the answers

Why will Vern never find his 'booty' (the jar of pennies)?

His mom burned his map and his brother dug up the jar a year ago Signup and view all the answers

Why do Billy and Charlie NOT want to tell the police what they found?

They found the body after stealing a car and going joyriding in the country and don't want to get in trouble for stealing the car Signup and view all the answers

How did the kid likely die?

Hit by a train Signup and view all the answers

Why does Chris want to go find the body?

Because he wants his name in the paper Signup and view all the answers

Why is Vern hesitant about finding the body?

Billy will beat him up for overhearing his conversation Signup and view all the answers

Why does the narrator believe the boys' parents will not punish them for hiking all the way out to Harlow?

They will be famous for finding the dead body Signup and view all the answers

Whose father beat him?

Chris Signup and view all the answers

Whose father hardly even notices his son?

Gordie Signup and view all the answers

Whose father is in Togus, a mental hospital?

Teddy Signup and view all the answers

Why was Chris suspended for three days?

The school thought he took the milk money Signup and view all the answers

What kind of reputation do Chris and his brothers have in town?

a bad reputation Signup and view all the answers

What does Chris's dad do for a living?

Collects welfare Signup and view all the answers

Why won't Chris' dad notice that the gun is gone?

He has enough wine to stay drunk for a week Signup and view all the answers

What is the narrator's name (first and last)?

Gordie Lachance Signup and view all the answers

What does everyone think of Vern?

he's not the smartest kid they know; not very bright Signup and view all the answers

Why was the narrator never particularly close to Dennis?

Because he was his older brother and he died tragically (10 years older) Signup and view all the answers

What did Chris hawk from his father?

A pistol gun Signup and view all the answers

Why will Chris never take a drink of alcohol?

His father is an alcoholic and doesn't want to end up like him Signup and view all the answers

How far is it to Harlow?

20-30 miles up the train tracks Signup and view all the answers

Which of the boys brought canteens?

Teddy and Chris Signup and view all the answers

Which of the boys brought money?

all of them Signup and view all the answers

Which of the boys brought a gun?

Chris Signup and view all the answers

What foolish action does Teddy attempt?

To dodge the train Signup and view all the answers

Which boys get into a fight and why?

Gordie and Teddy because Teddy tried to dodge the train and Gordie didn't want him to get hurt Signup and view all the answers

From where do the boys refill their canteens?

The dump well Signup and view all the answers

Who is Chopper?

Milo Pressman's scary dog, the most and least seen dog in Castle Rock Signup and view all the answers

What special skill does Chopper allegedly have?

The ability to attack specific body parts Signup and view all the answers

What do Gordie and Chris remember about Teddy and one of his reckless actions?

Chris had earlier rescued Teddy from falling out of the tree when a branch broke Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters and Background

Gordie Lachance is the narrator reflecting on events from 1960.
Vern is a member of the group who is embarrassed about his exploration.
Teddy Duchamp is proud of his soldier father and has a serious hearing impairment from childhood abuse.
Chris Chambers experiences abuse at home and has been suspended from school.

The Body Discovery

The boys discover the body of Ray Brower, a dead boy likely killed by a train.
They have motivations for finding the body; Chris wants fame, while Vern is hesitant due to past events involving Billy.
Chris’s father has a reputation for drinking excessively, which impacts their family life.

The Treehouse Club

The boys' secret hangout in the treehouse lacks a name, symbolizing their childhood innocence.
They are all around 12 years old, representing the transition from childhood to adolescence.

Relationships

Gordie struggles with the loss of his older brother, Dennis, who died in a jeep accident, creating a rift in his family dynamics.
The boys' parents generally neglect them, with Gordie's mother focused on his deceased brother.

Motivations and Fears

Each boy has different motivations for joining the adventure to find the body, balanced by their fears, like Vern's concerns regarding Billy's threats.
The group dynamics and individual struggles illustrate their loyalty and camaraderie despite their difficult home lives.

Items and Journey

Essentials for their adventure include canteens and money; Teddy and Chris brought the canteens.
The distance to Harlow is 20-30 miles, highlighting the commitment to their quest.

Adventure Dynamics

Teddy attempts a dangerous act of dodging a train, causing friction between him and Gordie, who wishes to protect him.
They refill their canteens from a well at the dump, emphasizing resourcefulness amidst danger.

Chopper the Dog

Chopper, the intimidating dog owned by the dump owner, represents the boys' fears and the dangers lurking in their environment.
Allegedly has a special skill of targeting specific body parts, adding to his fearsome reputation.

Childhood Challenges

Vern lost a buried jar of pennies due to family mishaps, which plays into the themes of lost childhood treasures and innocence.
Vern is perceived as not very bright, illustrating the group's varied intellectual abilities and social perception.

Themes

Friendship and loyalty are central as the boys navigate their complicated lives through adventure and challenges.
The effects of family dynamics and parental neglect are deeply explored, highlighting their motivations and struggles.

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