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Marisol cracked up when John Johnson made a pun about the choir members' outfits

False

The bake sale was not successful and they did not raise any money

False

Lavender was proud that her best friend, Marisol, was the soloist in the select choir

True

Lavender and Marisol were in the fifth grade

False

Mrs. Henderson was the music teacher

False

Mrs. Jacobson raised her baton, and everyone slouched a little

False

Rachelle and Marisol were wearing matching pink scrunchies.

True

Lavender had never experienced a flash flood despite the warnings on the radio and her mom's phone.

True

The National Weather Service issued a flash flood watch for eastern Cochise County.

True

Lavender was looking at her phone when she heard the weather warning about the flash flood.

False

Lavender was excited to go to science camp.

False

Flash flooding may occur due to heavy rains occurring within a five-mile radius.

False

True or false: Lavender stepped in as the conductor because she was a professional musician?

False

True or false: Marisol was happy and grateful for Lavender's help during the choir performance?

False

True or false: Lavender's impromptu conducting received a positive reception from the audience?

True

True or false: Marisol's reaction towards Lavender after the performance was cold and unappreciative?

True

True or false: Lavender easily understood Marisol's reaction and the reason behind it?

False

True or false: The story primarily focuses on the challenges of communication and understanding in adolescent friendships?

True

Marisol did not answer Lavender's calls all weekend because Lavender unintentionally stole the show at a concert.

True

The science camp was to be held in Chiricahua, a beautiful wilderness with diverse landscapes and outdoor activities.

True

Lavender was excited about science camp and had many plans to make it perfect.

True

Lavender's dad reminded her about a note and a radio frequency before she got on the bus.

True

Lavender was the last one to sit down on the bus, and the entire sixth grade was watching her.

True

Lavender confronted Rachelle and Marisol about the seating arrangement and Marisol decided to stay with Rachelle.

True

Mrs. Henderson announced that the money raised for a telescope has gone missing, leaving everyone upset.

True

Lavender contemplates using her handheld radio to contact her dad for help.

True

Lavender and John used to be classmates who didn't interact much, and Lavender wonders if he's having a hard time with friends.

False

Marisol is seen chatting animatedly with Rachelle, wearing matching scrunchies, leading Lavender to believe that science camp will be a disaster.

True

Lavender struggles with her feelings and interactions with John, who seems to be avoiding her.

True

Lavender remembers a time when John was a nice guy and speculates about the cause of his current behavior.

True

Marisol agreed with Rachelle, which hurt Lavender's feelings

True

Lavender believes Rachelle is brainwashing Marisol

True

Mr. Bob's speech was about fighting off a bear attack

True

Lavender considers dealing with Rachelle as dealing with a wild animal

True

Lavender was unable to focus on Mr. Bob's speech

True

Lavender plans to save Marisol from Rachelle's influence

True

Flash floods are a common occurrence in the area where the story takes place

True

Sedgwick knew what county they were in

False

Lavender was the first to notice the potential danger of a flash flood

True

Lavender's anxiety was caused by Sedgwick's warning about the waist strap of her backpack

False

Mr. Gonzales was not concerned about the possibility of a flash flood

True

Lavender's mom often warned about the dangers of hiking in Arizona

True

Lavender initially plans to separate Rachelle from Marisol and provoke Rachelle to reveal her true nature.

True

The teachers decide not to go on the hike due to concerns about the weather.

False

Lavender accidentally tunes into a flash flood warning for the area while trying to occupy herself with a radio.

True

The warning indicates that flash flooding is expected in the area until 5:30 p.m., causing a potential danger.

True

The text primarily focuses on the challenges of communication and understanding in adolescent friendships.

False

Lavender easily understood Marisol's reaction and the reason behind it.

False

True or false: Lavender's plan to get revenge on Rachelle by playing sardines was completely successful?

False

True or false: Marisol defended Lavender when she was teased by Rachelle for using a ham radio?

False

True or false: The National Weather Service did not issue a warning about a possible flood?

False

True or false: Lavender's emotional turmoil was not influenced by the interpersonal dynamics within the group during the challenging situation?

False

True or false: The class did not get lost during a hike, causing frustration and fear among the students?

False

True or false: Lavender's desire to get back at Rachelle intensified as she planned her revenge while the class was lost?

True

True or false: Lavender's plan to make Rachelle look bad by making her hide while no one looks for her was successful?

False

True or false: Lavender's frustration grows as she feels Marisol is becoming more distant and changing?

True

True or false: Lavender's conversation with Sedgwick reveals her annoyance and frustration?

True

True or false: The text highlights Lavender's growing frustration and feelings of isolation?

True

True or false: Lavender's inner thoughts reveal her feelings of betrayal and confusion?

True

True or false: Lavender's plan to win Marisol back and make Rachelle look bad was successful?

False

True or false: Lavender's unearthly scream successfully convinces Rachelle and Marisol to leave their hiding spot?

True

True or false: Lavender's brain feels scrambled and she is having trouble catching her breath after screaming?

True

True or false: John suggests they should leave due to a flood warning?

True

True or false: Marisol finally looks Lavender directly in the eye for the first time since the concert?

True

True or false: Lavender's hoarse voice and raw throat are a result of her loud scream?

True

True or false: Lavender is unable to think straight and feels her brain is scrambled after the incident?

True

Marisol and John were eager to cooperate and find a way out of the canyon.

False

Lavender took charge and suggested a plan to walk back in the direction of the tree to find a way out of the canyon.

True

Rachelle was happy and cooperative when Lavender suggested a plan to get out of the canyon.

False

Lavender's leadership in the situation was challenged by Rachelle's unwillingness to cooperate.

True

Lavender's main concern was to ensure they found a way out of the canyon and reunited with their classmates.

True

The group decided to stay trapped in the ravine and wait for help to arrive.

False

Marisol's suggestion to climb a nearby tree for safety was rejected by the group.

False

Lavender's decision to hang upside down from a branch to help Rachelle was without any risk.

False

The floodwaters were described as being clear and free of debris.

False

The flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service.

True

The group managed to escape the flood without any injuries.

False

The text primarily focuses on the students' emotional struggle to survive the flash flood.

True

Rachelle and Lavender were both carrying phones during the flash flood.

False

Lavender successfully called for help using the walkie-talkie.

False

Rachelle was confident that they would be rescued during the flash flood.

False

Lavender was the first to climb down from the tree during the flash flood.

False

The disagreement between Rachelle and Lavender did not impact their cooperation during the flash flood.

False

The characters' reactions during the crisis reflect similar levels of caution and optimism.

False

True or false: The group debates whether to climb over the barrier, but John warns of potential dangers?

True

True or false: Lavender's impulsive actions lead to water seeping through the barrier?

True

True or false: The group's attempts to call for help are interrupted by John's concerns about rockslides?

True

True or false: The text primarily focuses on the challenges of communication and understanding in adolescent friendships?

False

True or false: The story primarily focuses on the physical and emotional struggles of the group in a challenging situation?

True

True or false: Lavender recalls a story of people caught in a flash flood despite clear skies?

True

Lavender was confident that they would be rescued during the flash flood.

False

The group debates whether to climb over the barrier, but John warns of potential dangers?

True

Lavender accidentally tunes into a flash flood warning for the area while trying to occupy herself with a radio.

True

The text highlights Lavender's growing frustration and feelings of isolation?

True

Mr. Bob's speech was about fighting off a bear attack

False

Lavender's impulsive actions lead to water seeping through the barrier?

False

John's behavior towards Lavender indicates that he is trying to escape her company.

True

Lavender is offended when John expresses his dislike of fighting.

True

Lavender is exhausted and cold as she eats the protein bar.

True

Lavender feels that Rachelle is always the one starting the arguments.

True

Lavender's desire to get back at Rachelle intensifies as she plans her revenge.

False

Lavender feels personally attacked when John expresses his dislike of fighting.

False

John questions Lavender's motives for deceiving her friends: true

True

Lavender justifies her actions as a response to Rachelle's behavior: true

True

Lavender and John discuss their argumentative dynamics: true

True

Lavender wakes up to find Rachelle and John missing, feeling uncomfortable: true

True

Lavender implores John not to reveal the truth to their friends: true

True

John reveals that their arguments remind him of his parents: true

True

True or false: Lavender is used to the sounds of the city and is unnerved by the natural sounds of the mountains?

True

True or false: The group takes shelter in a small cave to escape the cold and fear of wild animals?

True

True or false: Lavender becomes anxious when John whispers to her that he knows something about her?

True

True or false: Lavender and John discuss the potential threat of the coyotes and their behavior towards humans?

True

True or false: Lavender and John have a conversation about the nearby bears and their potential threat?

False

True or false: Lavender falls asleep and wakes up to find John still awake due to the cold and inability to sleep?

True

Marisol was supportive of Lavender during the challenging situation in the wilderness.

True

Lavender's distress call for help using the radio was successful.

False

Rachelle's confrontation with Lavender did not impact their cooperation during the distressing situation.

False

Lavender felt defeated when no one responded to her distress call.

True

The story primarily focuses on the challenges of communication and understanding in adolescent friendships.

True

Lavender's impulsive actions lead to water seeping through the barrier.

False

Lavender was able to run away from the bear when it charged at her

False

Lavender's friends abandoned her when the bear charged at her

False

Lavender hoped to go down fighting if the bear attacked her

True

Lavender felt confident that she would be able to move when the bear attacked her

False

Lavender kept her eyes tightly shut when the bear charged at her

True

Lavender was able to lift a single toe when the bear charged at her

False

John reveals to Lavender that he is planning to run away from the group, leaving her and the others behind.

True

Lavender feels intense pain when John removes the splinter from her hand.

False

Lavender uses her clothes to stem the blood flow from her injured hand.

True

Lavender is initially skeptical about John's plan to run away from the group.

True

John's behavior suggests that he is trying to escape Lavender's company.

True

Lavender is surprised by John's revelation that he is planning to run away from the group.

True

Marisol suggests eating prickly pears, but admits to never having tried them from the wild.

True

Lavender feels a growing disconnect from Marisol as they are getting older and their interests diverge.

True

Lavender takes charge and instructs John to split up to look for wood, showing her determination to survive.

True

Lavender realizes that Marisol and Rachelle's friendship may be genuine, contrary to her previous assumptions.

True

John reveals he has a knife and a lighter, causing Rachelle to express worry about safety and potential expulsion.

True

Lavender and her friends take a break during a hike, with John expressing concern about bears in the vicinity.

True

John questions Lavender about her experience in team sports, revealing her lack of athletic ability.

True

Lavender and John gather firewood, and Lavender injures her hand while breaking a branch.

True

The dialogue between Lavender and John provides insight into their characters and their dynamic.

True

The text primarily focuses on the challenges of communication and understanding in adolescent friendships.

False

Lavender's main concern was to ensure they found a way out of the canyon and reunited with their classmates.

True

Lavender felt defeated when no one responded to her distress call.

False

True or false: Lavender and her friends encountered a bear while on a science campout?

True

True or false: After the bear climbed a tree, the group celebrated their success and shared a group hug?

True

True or false: Lavender is still shaken and in shock after the bear encounter?

True

True or false: John is credited with the idea to make themselves look bigger to scare off the bear?

True

True or false: Marisol finds the bear cute and defends its behavior as it was in its own space?

True

True or false: The group decides to move away from the bear and continue their hike?

True

True or false: Lavender and John were able to successfully call for help using their cellphones?

False

True or false: Lavender heard Marisol mention the possibility of trails being marked with little piles of rocks or spray paint on rocks and trees?

True

True or false: John was able to find a trail, a path, a campsite, or a backpacker in his frantic search?

False

True or false: The last remaining hope in Lavender's chest burst and turned into something dark and heavy, terrifying her?

True

True or false: Lavender collapsed onto her knees and rested her forehead on the hot ground when the realization hit her?

True

True or false: John believed that they were doomed and it was useless to continue searching?

True

True or false: Lavender considered eating the dollar bills she found on the mountaintop?

True

True or false: Lavender believes that money is absolutely useless in the wilderness?

True

True or false: Lavender had never held so much cash in her life before finding the scattered dollar bills?

True

True or false: Lavender realized she was truly alone when she walked over to the fire ring?

True

True or false: Lavender found herself looking for John when she felt a shiver run down her spine?

False

True or false: Lavender's voice echoed off the stone and received no reply when she called for John?

True

Marisol and Lavender collect firewood on a mountaintop, making jokes about each other's complaints: true

True

Lavender finds a crumpled envelope filled with cash in Marisol's backpack: false

False

John tries to explain, but Lavender refuses to listen: true

False

Lavender had trusted John, who had confided in her about his family problems: true

True

The discovery of the stolen money changes Lavender's perception of Marisol: false

False

The revelation of John's theft leaves Lavender feeling hurt and disillusioned: true

True

Marisol defends Lavender, acknowledging that she and John saved them from a flood.

True

Lavender confesses to orchestrating a prank that led to their current predicament.

True

Rachelle intervenes, telling Lavender to leave Marisol alone.

True

The tension between the characters is heightened by their desperate situation.

True

The group's focus shifts from the conflict to the immediate need for survival.

True

Lavender successfully called for help using the walkie-talkie.

False

True or false: Lavender and her friends were stranded on a mountain and severely dehydrated?

True

True or false: Lavender contemplates giving up but eventually decides to gather firewood to keep warm?

True

True or false: The group's initial expectation of being rescued quickly fades as they realize they may have to stay on the mountain overnight?

True

True or false: Lavender's headache improves after a nap, giving her a renewed determination to keep trying?

True

True or false: The group begins to feel the temperature dropping and prioritizes gathering firewood for warmth?

True

True or false: Lavender's resilience and determination to keep trying in the face of despair is a key theme in the narrative?

True

True or false: Marisol suggests using toilet paper from her cast to start the fire?

True

True or false: Lavender reluctantly suggests burning the class's money to start the fire?

True

True or false: John smacks his forehead and remembers he has papers in his backpack to burn?

True

True or false: Rachelle is willing to move Marisol's leg to use the toilet paper from her cast for kindling?

False

True or false: The fire from the night before had plenty of fuel to keep it going all night?

False

True or false: The group decides to burn the telescope money to start the fire?

False

True or false: Lavender felt the urge to brag about her heroism after the incident, but refrained from doing so.

True

True or false: Lavender's mom was the one who saved the day during the flood incident.

False

True or false: Lavender believed that everyone in the group contributed to their survival and considered them a team.

True

True or false: Lavender was surprised by the gasp from the crowd when she spoke.

True

True or false: Lavender was embarrassed when all the hospital personnel, parents, and reporters turned to look at her.

True

True or false: Lavender felt confident and prepared to face the bear during the incident.

False

Lavender and her friends were stranded in Chiricahua Wilderness after a flash flood:

True

KB7XWT was listening to the frequency 24/7 as volunteers until the missing schoolkids were located:

False

The group's distress call was heard by KB7XWT, who then coordinated the rescue effort:

True

The group builds up a fire to guide the rescuers to the right mountain peak:

True

The group is in a state of shock and needs medical attention after their ordeal:

True

The helicopter takes them to the hospital, despite protests that only Marisol needs medical attention:

False

True or false: Lavender successfully transmits a distress call through the repeater?

True

True or false: Lavender's fear intensifies as she reaches out for help?

True

True or false: Lavender is afraid that if no one responds to her distress call, it might break her?

True

True or false: Lavender eventually makes a more assertive distress call over the radio?

True

True or false: The text primarily focuses on the students' emotional struggle to survive the flash flood?

False

True or false: The story primarily focuses on the challenges of communication and understanding in adolescent friendships?

True

True or false: Lavender's dad initially opposes her doing any interviews with the media?

True

True or false: Lavender's mom expresses concerns about the publicity but ultimately agrees to let her do at least one interview?

False

True or false: John, one of Lavender's friends, expresses interest in studying for a pilot's license while recovering in the hospital?

False

True or false: Rachelle advocates for the kids to decline the offer from the Today show?

False

True or false: Marisol, another friend, is on crutches and has an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon in Phoenix?

True

True or false: Rachelle surprises Lavender by expressing gratitude for Lavender saving them all?

True

Study Notes

Trouble Brewing on the Bus

  • Mrs. Henderson announces that the money raised for a telescope has gone missing, leaving everyone upset
  • The school's old telescope was broken beyond repair, and the remaining funds will go towards a new one for next year's camp
  • Lavender is upset about the missing money and the fact that Marisol ditched her
  • Lavender contemplates using her handheld radio to contact her dad for help
  • Lavender and John have a tense interaction on the bus, and John seems to be acting unusually moody and distant
  • Lavender reflects on John's change in behavior and wonders if he is having friend problems
  • Marisol is seen chatting animatedly with Rachelle, wearing matching scrunchies, leading Lavender to believe that science camp will be a disaster
  • Lavender contemplates her own problems and the challenges she is facing on the bus
  • Lavender struggles with her feelings and interactions with John, who seems to be avoiding her
  • Lavender remembers a time when John was a nice guy and speculates about the cause of his current behavior
  • Lavender and John used to be classmates who didn't interact much, and Lavender wonders if he's having a hard time with friends
  • Lavender and John used to be classmates who didn't interact much, and Lavender wonders if he's having a hard time with friends

Lavender's Plan to Prank Rachelle and Marisol Backfires

  • Lavender convinces Rachelle to play sardines to have alone time with Marisol
  • Lavender plans to make Rachelle look bad by making her hide while no one looks for her
  • Lavender wants to win Marisol back and make Rachelle look bad
  • Lavender manipulates Rachelle into hiding alone, but Marisol decides to hide with her
  • Lavender's plan falls apart when Marisol chooses to hide with Rachelle
  • Lavender throws a rock in frustration as Rachelle and Marisol leave to hide
  • Lavender feels betrayed by Marisol's decision and questions their friendship
  • Lavender's frustration grows as she feels Marisol is changing and becoming distant
  • Lavender's conversation with Sedgwick reveals her annoyance and frustration
  • Lavender explains what a wash is to Sedgwick
  • Lavender's inner thoughts reveal her feelings of betrayal and confusion
  • The text highlights Lavender's growing frustration and feelings of isolation

Unexpected Obstacle in the Canyon

  • Lavender, Rachelle, John, and Marisol find themselves in a canyon after a flash flood
  • They are blocked by a barrier of charred rubble caused by a wildfire and subsequent flood
  • The group debates whether to climb over the barrier, but John warns of potential dangers
  • The group tries to call for help but John stops them, fearing a rockslide
  • They fear the rest of their class may have left without them
  • The group's dynamics are strained as they try to find a way out
  • Lavender recalls a story of people caught in a flash flood despite clear skies
  • Rachelle's impulsive actions lead to water seeping through the barrier
  • The group's attempts to call for help are interrupted by John's concerns about rockslides
  • The group's survival becomes uncertain as they struggle to find a way out
  • The text highlights the group's physical and emotional struggles in a challenging situation
  • The story is set in a canyon with a narrow passage blocked by debris from a recent flood

Stranded in the Wilderness

  • Lavender wakes up in the wilderness with her friends, feeling optimistic about the day ahead.
  • Rachelle confronts Lavender about overhearing her conversation with John, blaming her for their predicament.
  • John defends Lavender and highlights her previous heroic actions.
  • Lavender apologizes for lying and pleads with Rachelle not to tell Marisol about it.
  • Marisol joins the conversation, asking about the cell phone and expressing concern about the cold.
  • Lavender attempts to use her radio to call for help, but encounters technical difficulties.
  • Despite her distress call, no one responds, leaving Lavender feeling defeated.
  • Rachelle looms over Lavender as the situation remains unresolved.

Close Encounter with a Bear on a Science Campout

  • Lavender and her friends encounter a bear while on a science campout
  • The bear charges at them, and they use yelling and intimidation to distract and scare it away
  • After the bear climbs a tree, the group celebrates their success and shares a group hug
  • John is credited with the idea to make themselves look bigger to scare off the bear
  • The group decides to move away from the bear and continue their hike
  • Lavender is still shaken and in shock after the encounter
  • The group discusses the bear's behavior and speculates about its potential motives
  • Lavender feels the bear looked like a monster and is traumatized by the encounter
  • They continue walking, and Lavender feels shaky and possibly in shock
  • John expresses relief at escaping the bear and shares his fear of the bear's teeth
  • Marisol finds the bear cute and defends its behavior as it was in its own space
  • The group continues their hike, and Lavender is still affected by the encounter

Survival Struggle on a Mountain

  • Lavender and her friends are stranded on a mountain and are severely dehydrated.
  • The group is filled with despair and hopelessness as they struggle to find water.
  • They contemplate extreme measures like drinking mud water and urine due to their dire situation.
  • Rachelle is experiencing a breakdown, showing signs of severe dehydration.
  • Lavender contemplates giving up, but eventually decides to gather firewood to keep warm.
  • The group's initial expectation of being rescued quickly fades as they realize they may have to stay on the mountain overnight.
  • Lavender's headache improves after a nap, giving her a renewed determination to keep trying.
  • John expresses frustration and hopelessness, throwing his backpack and declaring that survival shows are lies.
  • The group begins to feel the temperature dropping and prioritizes gathering firewood for warmth.
  • Despite the challenges, Lavender shows resilience by taking the initiative to gather firewood and keep the group motivated.
  • The group's emotional and physical struggles are evident as they face the harsh reality of their situation.
  • Lavender's resilience and determination to keep trying in the face of despair stands out as a key theme in the narrative.

Rescue and aftermath of a group of sixth graders lost on a mountain

  • Lavender and her friends are rescued by a helicopter after being lost on a mountain
  • The rest of the sixth grade is safe and the parents had been combing the park looking for them
  • Lavender and her friends stay overnight at the hospital with their parents
  • Lavender is requested for an interview by the Today show, but her parents are hesitant about the publicity
  • Lavender's dad agrees to let her do at least one interview, specifically with QST magazine
  • Lavender's parents are with her when she wakes up, providing a sense of safety and warmth
  • John, one of Lavender's friends, is also recovering in the hospital and expresses interest in studying for a ham radio license
  • Lavender realizes that John's parents love him and will support him through his challenges
  • The families are ambushed by reporters in the parking lot, with Rachelle advocating for the kids to accept the offer from the Today show
  • Rachelle surprises Lavender by expressing gratitude for Lavender saving them all
  • Marisol, another friend, is on crutches and has an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon in Phoenix
  • Lavender braces herself for any negative comments from Rachelle, but Rachelle expresses gratitude for Lavender's actions

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