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What does Nate the Great not enjoy?
What does Nate the Great not enjoy?
What unusual activity were Rosamond and her cats doing?
What unusual activity were Rosamond and her cats doing?
Who does Rosamond suspect might be taking her tomatoes?
Who does Rosamond suspect might be taking her tomatoes?
What pets accompany Nate during his detective work?
What pets accompany Nate during his detective work?
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What did Nate write in his note to his mother?
What did Nate write in his note to his mother?
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What did Nate the Great find in the mud while searching Annie's garden?
What did Nate the Great find in the mud while searching Annie's garden?
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What was Nate's primary goal at Uncle Ned's diner?
What was Nate's primary goal at Uncle Ned's diner?
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Why did Claude take tomatoes from other gardens?
Why did Claude take tomatoes from other gardens?
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What did Claude use to give Uncle Ned a gift?
What did Claude use to give Uncle Ned a gift?
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How many tomatoes did Claude buy from Rosamond's garden?
How many tomatoes did Claude buy from Rosamond's garden?
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What surprising item did Oliver offer to Nate when he met him?
What surprising item did Oliver offer to Nate when he met him?
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What was the connection Nate was trying to figure out?
What was the connection Nate was trying to figure out?
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What prize does the winner of the contest receive?
What prize does the winner of the contest receive?
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How did Rosamond plan to profit from her tomatoes?
How did Rosamond plan to profit from her tomatoes?
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What was the condition of Rosamond's garden during the search for clues?
What was the condition of Rosamond's garden during the search for clues?
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Who does Esmeralda say she wants to help with her vegetables?
Who does Esmeralda say she wants to help with her vegetables?
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Which character believes there is no chance they will lose the contest?
Which character believes there is no chance they will lose the contest?
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What did Sludge find during the investigation?
What did Sludge find during the investigation?
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What happened to Annie's garden?
What happened to Annie's garden?
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What does Rosamond hope to achieve by entering the contest?
What does Rosamond hope to achieve by entering the contest?
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Study Notes
Nate the Great and the Missing Tomatoes Overview
- Nate the Great is a detective who enjoys cooking, specifically pancakes, along with his dog, Sludge.
- Nate receives a call for help from Rosamond, who is missing tomatoes from her garden.
- Despite not liking tomatoes, Nate accepts the case.
Rosamond's Garden and the Tomato Contest
- Rosamond has a unique garden with four black cats that help her dig a moat to protect her tomato plants.
- The contest for the best organic garden is imminent, with the winner receiving prizes including apple pies and ice cream from Uncle Ned's diner.
- Rosamond suspects Esmeralda, another contestant, of stealing her tomatoes, but Nate defends Esmeralda's character.
Investigation and Clue Gathering
- In Rosamond's garden, Nate and Sludge discover various pawprints and two quarters as clues.
- Rosamond's intention to sell her tomatoes complicates the investigation as she may run out before the contest.
- Esmeralda offers assistance in the search, emphasizing her honest nature and her focus on organic gardening.
The Search Expands
- During visits to different gardens, Nate finds that various contestants are connected through tomatoes and quarters.
- Annie’s garden is found in disarray, leading Nate to suspect Fang, her dog, may be involved.
- Multiple quarters discovered in Rosamond’s and Annie’s gardens indicate deeper connections among the participants.
Discovering the Culprit
- At Uncle Ned's diner, Sludge leads Nate to more tomatoes with painted faces left by Claude, a former gardener.
- Claude admits to taking tomatoes from various gardens because his own were dried up, insisting he left quarters as payments.
- Further investigation reveals that Oliver, another contestant, bought a sack of tomatoes based on misunderstanding the price sign.
Resolution and the Contest Outcome
- The mystery concludes with the realization that no one stole tomatoes; rather, all parties had interactions that led to confusion over the price.
- Esmeralda wins the contest, highlighting her gardening skills.
- Rosamond decides to pivot from gardening to creating a cat hotel, called Catnap Inn, while Nate fantasizes about starting a pancake kitchen for himself and Sludge.
Character Dynamics
- Nate is positioned as a methodical detective, while Sludge serves as his loyal assistant, often guiding him towards solutions.
- Rosamond is quirky, with unconventional ideas like a moat and a planned cat hotel, showcasing her flair for the dramatic.
- The interactions among contestants emphasize themes of cooperation and misunderstanding, resolved through detective work and friendship.
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