Tuck Everlasting Ch. 18-21 Flashcards

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How does Winnie react when she sees Jesse in the morning?

Her heart thumps and her stomach flutters.

What do the Tucks hear during breakfast?

A knock that was such an alien sound and so sudden and surprising.

How frequently do the Tucks have visitors?

They have never had visitors in all of the 20 years they have lived in their home besides Winnie.

Who is at the Tuck's door during breakfast?

The Man In The Yellow Suit. Signup and view all the answers

How does Winnie feel about The Man In The Yellow Suit?

Suspicious. Signup and view all the answers

How did The Man In The Yellow Suit learn about the Tucks?

He heard it from his grandma, he studied metaphysics, medicine, and philosophy, he heard the Tucks tell Winnie their story and followed them back to their house. Signup and view all the answers

What does the man in the yellow suit plan to do with the spring?

Sell the water to people who deserve it for a very high price. Signup and view all the answers

How does the man in the yellow suit plan to use the Tucks for his purpose?

Use them as a model on what happens if you drink from the spring and use them as a freak show. Signup and view all the answers

Who does the man in the yellow suit plan to use for his demonstration if the Tucks do not cooperate with him?

Winnie. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mae do to the man in the yellow suit?

Hits him on the head using her shotgun. Signup and view all the answers

Who witnesses what Mae does to the man in the yellow suit?

The constable. Signup and view all the answers

To protect the Tucks, what did Winnie tell the constable?

She went willingly with the Tucks. She was not kidnapped. Signup and view all the answers

How does Angus feel when he stares at the man in the yellow suit?

Envious. Signup and view all the answers

What will happen to Mae if the man in the yellow suit dies?

She will be hanged in the gallows. Signup and view all the answers

Why are the Tucks horrified by the thought of Mae being hanged?

She cannot die and when people see that she can, people will become suspicious. Signup and view all the answers

What new possibilities does Winnie see before her?

What she herself might keep from happening, she can change things and save Mae. Signup and view all the answers

What does Winnie's grandma think is the reason why she went away with the Tucks?

Elves. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the dilemma that Mr. Foster feels about the man in the yellow suit.

If the man in the yellow suit lives, he will still own the wood, but if the man in the yellow suit dies, Mr. Foster will get the wood back. Signup and view all the answers

How is Winnie different when she returns home?

She is more mature and no longer afraid; fearless. Signup and view all the answers

How did Winnie get what she always wanted by being with the Tucks?

She had experiences of her own that her parents didn't have. Signup and view all the answers

Why can't the constable press kidnapping charges on the Tucks?

Winnie says she went willingly. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the man in the yellow suit?

Passes away. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Character Reactions and Emotions

Winnie experiences strong emotions upon seeing Jesse; her heart races and she feels nervous.
Winnie expresses suspicion towards The Man In The Yellow Suit, showing distrust in his intentions.

Significant Events and Plot Points

During breakfast, a surprising knock is heard, an unusual occurrence for the Tucks.
The Tucks reveal that they have never had visitors in their home for the past 20 years, aside from Winnie.
The Man In The Yellow Suit arrives at the Tucks' door during breakfast, escalating tension.
He seeks to exploit the Tucks' story, having learned about them from his grandmother and followed them after they shared their tale with Winnie.

Man In The Yellow Suit's Plans

He plans to monetize the spring's water, believing only deserving individuals should buy it at a high price.
His intentions include using the Tucks to demonstrate the effects of drinking from the spring, intending to present them as part of a freak show.
If the Tucks refuse to cooperate, he intends to use Winnie as leverage for his demonstration.

Conflict and Consequences

Mae defends herself against The Man In The Yellow Suit by hitting him with a shotgun, an act witnessed by the constable.
To protect the Tucks, Winnie boldly claims to the constable that she willingly left with them, negating any kidnapping accusations.
Angus feels envy when looking at The Man In The Yellow Suit, reflecting on their situation.

Potential Legal Implications

Mae faces severe consequences if The Man In The Yellow Suit dies; she would be sentenced to hang.
The thought of Mae being hanged horrifies the Tucks, as her immortality would raise questions among others.

Personal Growth and Change in Winnie

Winnie begins to realize her agency and the potential to alter events, recognizing she can prevent harm to Mae.
Upon returning home, she exhibits maturity and a newfound fearlessness, signaling her character development.

Family Dynamics and Misunderstandings

Winnie's grandmother mistakenly believes she has left with the Tucks due to elves, highlighting generational misunderstandings.
Mr. Foster grapples with the fate of The Man In The Yellow Suit; if he survives, he retains ownership of the wood, but if he dies, it reverts to Mr. Foster.

Resolution of Major Conflict

The story culminates with the death of The Man In The Yellow Suit, which has significant implications for all involved.

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Test your comprehension of chapters 18 to 21 of 'Tuck Everlasting' with these flashcards. Explore key reactions, surprising events, and the Tuck family's unique experiences. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of the story's developments in this segment.