6 Questions
What led to Elwood being put into solitary confinement?
Refusing to obey the commands of the guards
What happened to Elwood when a nickel van came up behind them?
He was shot and killed
Why did Turner come to rescue Elwood from the Nickel Academy?
Because he heard Elwood would be killed soon
What was the outcome of Turner and Elwood's attempt to escape on stolen bikes?
Elwood was shot and killed by a nickel van
Why did Turner adopt the name Elwood Curtis after moving to New York City?
To start a new life and leave his troubled past behind
What was the ultimate fate of Turner after the incident with the nickel van?
He managed to integrate into society and lead a normal life in New York City
Study Notes
Nickel Academy Incidents
- Elwood was put into solitary confinement, but the reason is not specified.
- When a nickel van came up behind Elwood, an unspecified incident occurred.
- Turner came to rescue Elwood from the Nickel Academy, indicating that Turner and Elwood had a prior connection.
Escape Attempt
- Turner and Elwood attempted to escape on stolen bikes, but the outcome of this attempt is not specified.
Turner's Later Life
- Turner adopted the name Elwood Curtis after moving to New York City, suggesting a connection between the two characters.
- The ultimate fate of Turner after the incident with the nickel van is not specified.
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