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Questions and Answers
Who was running the bake sale at the back of the auditorium?
Who was running the bake sale at the back of the auditorium?
- The fifth and sixth graders
- Marisol and Lavender
- John and Amy (correct)
- Mrs. Henderson and Mrs. Jacobson
How much money had been raised for the science campout?
How much money had been raised for the science campout?
- $279 (correct)
- $250
- $200
- $300
Who was the soloist in the select choir?
Who was the soloist in the select choir?
- Mrs. Henderson
- Lavender
- John
- Marisol (correct)
What did Lavender think was perfect at the spring concert?
What did Lavender think was perfect at the spring concert?
Who was considered the best singer in the entire school?
Who was considered the best singer in the entire school?
Who raised her baton at the spring concert?
Who raised her baton at the spring concert?
What type of warning did Lavender hear on the radio?
What type of warning did Lavender hear on the radio?
What should one do if flooding is observed?
What should one do if flooding is observed?
Where was the flash flood watch issued for?
Where was the flash flood watch issued for?
What natural event caused the flash flooding?
What natural event caused the flash flooding?
What is Lavender's attitude towards the warnings?
What is Lavender's attitude towards the warnings?
Which area typically gets a monsoon every July and August?
Which area typically gets a monsoon every July and August?
What is Lavender contemplating using to contact her dad for help?
What is Lavender contemplating using to contact her dad for help?
Why is Lavender upset about the missing money?
Why is Lavender upset about the missing money?
What caused Lavender to feel anxious about her friendship with Marisol?
What caused Lavender to feel anxious about her friendship with Marisol?
Who is Lavender worried will make science camp a disaster?
Who is Lavender worried will make science camp a disaster?
Where was the science camp to be held?
Where was the science camp to be held?
Why does Lavender reflect on John's change in behavior?
Why does Lavender reflect on John's change in behavior?
Who did Marisol choose to sit with on the bus instead of Lavender?
Who did Marisol choose to sit with on the bus instead of Lavender?
What does Lavender contemplate using to contact her dad for help?
What does Lavender contemplate using to contact her dad for help?
What left Lavender feeling embarrassed and uncomfortable on the bus?
What left Lavender feeling embarrassed and uncomfortable on the bus?
What is the main purpose of the remaining funds after the missing money incident?
What is the main purpose of the remaining funds after the missing money incident?
Who was rude and possessive about his seat and backpack space on the bus?
Who was rude and possessive about his seat and backpack space on the bus?
How did Lavender feel as the bus ride to science camp began?
How did Lavender feel as the bus ride to science camp began?
What led Lavender to step in as the conductor during the concert?
What led Lavender to step in as the conductor during the concert?
How did the audience react to Lavender's impromptu conducting?
How did the audience react to Lavender's impromptu conducting?
Why did Marisol react coldly towards Lavender after the concert?
Why did Marisol react coldly towards Lavender after the concert?
What did Lavender struggle to understand after the concert?
What did Lavender struggle to understand after the concert?
What does the narrative primarily highlight?
What does the narrative primarily highlight?
What does the story leave the reader with?
What does the story leave the reader with?
What did Marisol and Rachelle have in common?
What did Marisol and Rachelle have in common?
What did Lavender think of manicures and bubble tea?
What did Lavender think of manicures and bubble tea?
What was Lavender's reaction to Marisol agreeing with Rachelle?
What was Lavender's reaction to Marisol agreeing with Rachelle?
What was Mr. Bob's advice in case of a bear attack?
What was Mr. Bob's advice in case of a bear attack?
Who did Lavender consider the most dangerous creature in the wilderness?
Who did Lavender consider the most dangerous creature in the wilderness?
What did Lavender feel was her responsibility towards Marisol?
What did Lavender feel was her responsibility towards Marisol?
What was Lavender's concern about the class's location during the rain?
What was Lavender's concern about the class's location during the rain?
What did Sedgwick misunderstand when Lavender asked about the county they were in?
What did Sedgwick misunderstand when Lavender asked about the county they were in?
What did Lavender do when she felt sudden anxiety about the potential flash flood?
What did Lavender do when she felt sudden anxiety about the potential flash flood?
What was Mr. Gonzales doing when Lavender approached him with her concern?
What was Mr. Gonzales doing when Lavender approached him with her concern?
What did Lavender do when Sedgwick pointed out that she hadn't used the strap on her backpack?
What did Lavender do when Sedgwick pointed out that she hadn't used the strap on her backpack?
What was Lavender's reaction when Sedgwick asked if she was going to use the strap on her backpack?
What was Lavender's reaction when Sedgwick asked if she was going to use the strap on her backpack?
What activity does Lavender consider using to deal with Rachelle's behavior?
What activity does Lavender consider using to deal with Rachelle's behavior?
What did Lavender accidentally tune into on the radio?
What did Lavender accidentally tune into on the radio?
Who leads the class on the hike?
Who leads the class on the hike?
What does Lavender observe the teachers having while trying to eavesdrop?
What does Lavender observe the teachers having while trying to eavesdrop?
What natural event poses a potential danger to the campsite?
What natural event poses a potential danger to the campsite?
What does the text primarily focus on in setting the stage for potential conflict and danger?
What does the text primarily focus on in setting the stage for potential conflict and danger?
What does Lavender plan to do to get revenge on Rachelle?
What does Lavender plan to do to get revenge on Rachelle?
Who does Lavender feel hurt by when her use of a ham radio is teased?
Who does Lavender feel hurt by when her use of a ham radio is teased?
What adds to Lavender's emotional turmoil during the challenging situation?
What adds to Lavender's emotional turmoil during the challenging situation?
What causes frustration and fear among the students?
What causes frustration and fear among the students?
What does the plot hint at as the characters navigate the challenges of being lost during a hike?
What does the plot hint at as the characters navigate the challenges of being lost during a hike?
What does Lavender contemplate doing after the National Weather Service changes the warning time?
What does Lavender contemplate doing after the National Weather Service changes the warning time?
What was Lavender's initial plan for the game of sardines?
What was Lavender's initial plan for the game of sardines?
Why did Lavender's plan to make Rachelle look bad backfire?
Why did Lavender's plan to make Rachelle look bad backfire?
What action did Lavender take in frustration when Marisol chose to hide with Rachelle?
What action did Lavender take in frustration when Marisol chose to hide with Rachelle?
Who does Lavender feel betrayed by in the text?
Who does Lavender feel betrayed by in the text?
What emotion does Lavender primarily experience towards Marisol?
What emotion does Lavender primarily experience towards Marisol?
What does Lavender explain to Sedgwick during their conversation?
What does Lavender explain to Sedgwick during their conversation?
What did Lavender do to get Rachelle and Marisol to leave their hiding spot?
What did Lavender do to get Rachelle and Marisol to leave their hiding spot?
What was Lavender's initial concern when her unearthly scream didn't immediately work?
What was Lavender's initial concern when her unearthly scream didn't immediately work?
What was Lavender's physical condition after letting out the loud, shrill scream?
What was Lavender's physical condition after letting out the loud, shrill scream?
What did John suggest they should do after the situation with Rachelle and Marisol?
What did John suggest they should do after the situation with Rachelle and Marisol?
What was Lavender's reaction to Marisol finally looking her directly in the eye?
What was Lavender's reaction to Marisol finally looking her directly in the eye?
What was Rachelle's initial response when she emerged from the nearby bush?
What was Rachelle's initial response when she emerged from the nearby bush?
What was the only option for Lavender, John, and Marisol to rejoin their classmates?
What was the only option for Lavender, John, and Marisol to rejoin their classmates?
What did Lavender suggest as their next course of action?
What did Lavender suggest as their next course of action?
What was Rachelle's attitude towards Lavender's plan to rejoin their classmates?
What was Rachelle's attitude towards Lavender's plan to rejoin their classmates?
What did Marisol and John suggest doing after Lavender's plan?
What did Marisol and John suggest doing after Lavender's plan?
What was the reason for Marisol's cold reaction towards Lavender after the concert?
What was the reason for Marisol's cold reaction towards Lavender after the concert?
What did Lavender consider doing to deal with Rachelle's behavior?
What did Lavender consider doing to deal with Rachelle's behavior?
What does Lavender realize she has during the flash flood?
What does Lavender realize she has during the flash flood?
What does Rachelle worry about during the flash flood?
What does Rachelle worry about during the flash flood?
What does Lavender worry about as they sit in the tree during the flash flood?
What does Lavender worry about as they sit in the tree during the flash flood?
What decision does Rachelle make during the flash flood?
What decision does Rachelle make during the flash flood?
What does the disagreement between Rachelle and Lavender highlight?
What does the disagreement between Rachelle and Lavender highlight?
What does the story emphasize about the characters' responses to the crisis?
What does the story emphasize about the characters' responses to the crisis?
What action does Lavender take to help Rachelle during the flash flood?
What action does Lavender take to help Rachelle during the flash flood?
What adds to the tension and terror of the situation for the trapped students?
What adds to the tension and terror of the situation for the trapped students?
What is the primary emotional range experienced by the students during the flash flood?
What is the primary emotional range experienced by the students during the flash flood?
What does the text vividly portray about the students' fight for survival during the flash flood?
What does the text vividly portray about the students' fight for survival during the flash flood?
What causes panic among the group as they cling to the tree during the flood?
What causes panic among the group as they cling to the tree during the flood?
What is the students' main concern as they grapple with the flash flood?
What is the students' main concern as they grapple with the flash flood?
What causes the group to feel uncertain about their survival?
What causes the group to feel uncertain about their survival?
What is the primary obstacle blocking the group's way in the canyon?
What is the primary obstacle blocking the group's way in the canyon?
What leads to strained dynamics within the group?
What leads to strained dynamics within the group?
What does Lavender's story about people caught in a flash flood highlight?
What does Lavender's story about people caught in a flash flood highlight?
What is the main concern that John repeatedly expresses to the group?
What is the main concern that John repeatedly expresses to the group?
What is the primary focus of the text?
What is the primary focus of the text?
What was Lavender eating when John pulled the hood over his head?
What was Lavender eating when John pulled the hood over his head?
What was John's response when Lavender asked if she was bothering him?
What was John's response when Lavender asked if she was bothering him?
What was Lavender's reaction when John mentioned not liking fighting?
What was Lavender's reaction when John mentioned not liking fighting?
What did John suddenly express his dislike for?
What did John suddenly express his dislike for?
What was Rachelle using her drinking water for?
What was Rachelle using her drinking water for?
What did Lavender feel too exhausted and cold to attempt when John mentioned not liking fighting?
What did Lavender feel too exhausted and cold to attempt when John mentioned not liking fighting?
What does John do to support Lavender during the confrontation with Rachelle?
What does John do to support Lavender during the confrontation with Rachelle?
What is Marisol's reaction when she joins the conversation in the wilderness?
What is Marisol's reaction when she joins the conversation in the wilderness?
How does Lavender feel after her distress call using the radio goes unanswered?
How does Lavender feel after her distress call using the radio goes unanswered?
What does Rachelle do as the situation remains unresolved?
What does Rachelle do as the situation remains unresolved?
What action does Lavender take when attempting to use her radio to call for help?
What action does Lavender take when attempting to use her radio to call for help?
What is Lavender's initial emotional state when waking up in the wilderness?
What is Lavender's initial emotional state when waking up in the wilderness?
What does John reveal about their arguments?
What does John reveal about their arguments?
How does Lavender defend herself when John challenges her motives for deceiving her friends?
How does Lavender defend herself when John challenges her motives for deceiving her friends?
What does Lavender implore John not to do?
What does Lavender implore John not to do?
What does John question during the confrontation with Lavender?
What does John question during the confrontation with Lavender?
What does Lavender confess to during the confrontation with John?
What does Lavender confess to during the confrontation with John?
What does John criticize Lavender for?
What does John criticize Lavender for?
What was Lavender's initial reaction when Rachelle suggested going her way towards the mountain?
What was Lavender's initial reaction when Rachelle suggested going her way towards the mountain?
What did Rachelle want Lavender to admit when they discussed their next move?
What did Rachelle want Lavender to admit when they discussed their next move?
Why did Lavender hesitate to explain the difference between cell phones and radios to Rachelle?
Why did Lavender hesitate to explain the difference between cell phones and radios to Rachelle?
What did Rachelle want Lavender to agree with when they discussed their next move?
What did Rachelle want Lavender to agree with when they discussed their next move?
What did Rachelle emphasize about herself when discussing their next move?
What did Rachelle emphasize about herself when discussing their next move?
What was Lavender's reaction when Rachelle insisted on going her way towards the mountain?
What was Lavender's reaction when Rachelle insisted on going her way towards the mountain?
What is Lavender's primary concern while camping in the wilderness?
What is Lavender's primary concern while camping in the wilderness?
What is the main reason for John and Lavender's conversation about coyotes?
What is the main reason for John and Lavender's conversation about coyotes?
What contributes to Lavender's anxiety and fear during the camping trip?
What contributes to Lavender's anxiety and fear during the camping trip?
What aspect of the wilderness unnerves Lavender the most?
What aspect of the wilderness unnerves Lavender the most?
What causes Lavender to feel alone and scared during the camping trip?
What causes Lavender to feel alone and scared during the camping trip?
What is Lavender's reaction to the natural sounds of the mountains?
What is Lavender's reaction to the natural sounds of the mountains?
What did Lavender hope for when she felt the first claw of the bear?
What did Lavender hope for when she felt the first claw of the bear?
What was Lavender's physical condition when the bear charged at her?
What was Lavender's physical condition when the bear charged at her?
What was Rachelle's reaction when the bear started charging at Lavender?
What was Rachelle's reaction when the bear started charging at Lavender?
What was Lavender's emotional state when the bear refocused on her?
What was Lavender's emotional state when the bear refocused on her?
What was Lavender's primary concern as the bear charged at her?
What was Lavender's primary concern as the bear charged at her?
What did Lavender hope for when the bear went down on its front legs and started charging at her?
What did Lavender hope for when the bear went down on its front legs and started charging at her?
What does Lavender imagine John is about to do to her hand?
What does Lavender imagine John is about to do to her hand?
What does Lavender do to stem the blood flow after the splinter is removed?
What does Lavender do to stem the blood flow after the splinter is removed?
What does John reveal to Lavender after removing the splinter?
What does John reveal to Lavender after removing the splinter?
How does Lavender describe the pain after the splinter is removed?
How does Lavender describe the pain after the splinter is removed?
What is Lavender's initial reaction to John's revelation about running away?
What is Lavender's initial reaction to John's revelation about running away?
What does John clarify he is not planning to desert?
What does John clarify he is not planning to desert?
What does John emphasize about being on a team?
What does John emphasize about being on a team?
What does Lavender try to distract herself from by asking John about the stolen telescope money?
What does Lavender try to distract herself from by asking John about the stolen telescope money?
What does the interaction between Lavender and John showcase?
What does the interaction between Lavender and John showcase?
What does the story emphasize about the characters' responses to the crisis?
What does the story emphasize about the characters' responses to the crisis?
What does Lavender's injury and John's assistance highlight?
What does Lavender's injury and John's assistance highlight?
What does the dialogue between Lavender and John provide insight into?
What does the dialogue between Lavender and John provide insight into?
What does Marisol use to convince Rachelle to help with peeling the cactus?
What does Marisol use to convince Rachelle to help with peeling the cactus?
What does Lavender realize about Marisol and Rachelle's friendship?
What does Lavender realize about Marisol and Rachelle's friendship?
What does Lavender reflect on while starting a fire and gathering wood with John?
What does Lavender reflect on while starting a fire and gathering wood with John?
What does Lavender demonstrate when she instructs John to split up to look for wood?
What does Lavender demonstrate when she instructs John to split up to look for wood?
What causes Rachelle to express worry about safety and potential expulsion?
What causes Rachelle to express worry about safety and potential expulsion?
What does Lavender feel towards Marisol as they are getting older and their interests diverge?
What does Lavender feel towards Marisol as they are getting older and their interests diverge?
What was the group's immediate reaction after the bear charged at them?
What was the group's immediate reaction after the bear charged at them?
Who is credited with the idea to make themselves look bigger to scare off the bear?
Who is credited with the idea to make themselves look bigger to scare off the bear?
How does Lavender describe the bear after the encounter?
How does Lavender describe the bear after the encounter?
What does Marisol think about the bear's behavior?
What does Marisol think about the bear's behavior?
How does Lavender feel after the encounter with the bear?
How does Lavender feel after the encounter with the bear?
What is the group's decision after the bear climbs a tree?
What is the group's decision after the bear climbs a tree?
What caused the bear to run at John, Marisol, and Rachelle?
What caused the bear to run at John, Marisol, and Rachelle?
What did Lavender think might have made the bear aggressive?
What did Lavender think might have made the bear aggressive?
What was Lavender's reaction to Marisol's comment about the bear?
What was Lavender's reaction to Marisol's comment about the bear?
What did John express dislike for during the encounter with the bear?
What did John express dislike for during the encounter with the bear?
What caused Lavender to feel shaky and possibly in shock?
What caused Lavender to feel shaky and possibly in shock?
What does Lavender confess to orchestrating that led to their current predicament?
What does Lavender confess to orchestrating that led to their current predicament?
Who defends Lavender and acknowledges that she and John saved them from a flood?
Who defends Lavender and acknowledges that she and John saved them from a flood?
What does Lavender suggest as a way to make things right and pray for rescue?
What does Lavender suggest as a way to make things right and pray for rescue?
What shifts the group's focus from the conflict to the immediate need for survival?
What shifts the group's focus from the conflict to the immediate need for survival?
What does the intense situation highlight about the characters' relationships and challenges they face?
What does the intense situation highlight about the characters' relationships and challenges they face?
What does Lavender's regret and desire to make amends indicate about the situation?
What does Lavender's regret and desire to make amends indicate about the situation?
What did Lavender consider doing with the dollar bills she found on the mountaintop?
What did Lavender consider doing with the dollar bills she found on the mountaintop?
What did Lavender realize about the value of money in the wilderness?
What did Lavender realize about the value of money in the wilderness?
What extreme measure do the group contemplate due to their dire situation?
What extreme measure do the group contemplate due to their dire situation?
What action does Lavender take after contemplating giving up?
What action does Lavender take after contemplating giving up?
What did Lavender do when she realized she was truly alone?
What did Lavender do when she realized she was truly alone?
What sign of severe dehydration does Rachelle show?
What sign of severe dehydration does Rachelle show?
What did Lavender feel as the temperature dropped and she realized she was alone?
What did Lavender feel as the temperature dropped and she realized she was alone?
What does John express frustration and hopelessness about?
What does John express frustration and hopelessness about?
What does Lavender find in John's backpack?
What does Lavender find in John's backpack?
What did Lavender realize as she gathered the money on the mountaintop?
What did Lavender realize as she gathered the money on the mountaintop?
What was Lavender's initial reaction to the discovery of the stolen money?
What was Lavender's initial reaction to the discovery of the stolen money?
What did Lavender think about the nutritional value of the dollar bills?
What did Lavender think about the nutritional value of the dollar bills?
What improves after a nap, giving Lavender renewed determination?
What improves after a nap, giving Lavender renewed determination?
How does Lavender feel about John's explanation?
How does Lavender feel about John's explanation?
What stands out as a key theme in the narrative?
What stands out as a key theme in the narrative?
What did Lavender realize about her trust in John?
What did Lavender realize about her trust in John?
How does the discovery of the stolen money affect Lavender's feelings towards John?
How does the discovery of the stolen money affect Lavender's feelings towards John?
What is Lavender's primary emotional response to the revelation of John's theft?
What is Lavender's primary emotional response to the revelation of John's theft?
What time was displayed on John's cell phone when they realized their twenty-four hours were up?
What time was displayed on John's cell phone when they realized their twenty-four hours were up?
What did Marisol recall about marking trails in certain areas?
What did Marisol recall about marking trails in certain areas?
What was Lavender's reaction when John began dialing 911 over and over again?
What was Lavender's reaction when John began dialing 911 over and over again?
What was John frantically searching for as he dashed in different directions?
What was John frantically searching for as he dashed in different directions?
What did Lavender hear Marisol say about their expectations of finding a trail?
What did Lavender hear Marisol say about their expectations of finding a trail?
What did Lavender feel as she collapsed onto her knees and rested her forehead on the hot ground?
What did Lavender feel as she collapsed onto her knees and rested her forehead on the hot ground?
What did Lavender suggest as a potential source of fuel for the signal fire?
What did Lavender suggest as a potential source of fuel for the signal fire?
What was the primary concern regarding the signal fire?
What was the primary concern regarding the signal fire?
What did Rachelle express reluctance about using for kindling?
What did Rachelle express reluctance about using for kindling?
What did Lavender feel reluctant about burning for the signal fire?
What did Lavender feel reluctant about burning for the signal fire?
What did John suggest as an alternative source of fuel for the signal fire?
What did John suggest as an alternative source of fuel for the signal fire?
What did Lavender consider using as kindling for the signal fire?
What did Lavender consider using as kindling for the signal fire?
What did Lavender do when the lady with the microphone asked if she saved the day?
What did Lavender do when the lady with the microphone asked if she saved the day?
Why did Lavender feel embarrassed as the barrage of people turned to look at her?
Why did Lavender feel embarrassed as the barrage of people turned to look at her?
What was Marisol's role in the rescue mission according to Lavender?
What was Marisol's role in the rescue mission according to Lavender?
What did John do that Lavender credited with saving their lives?
What did John do that Lavender credited with saving their lives?
What was Lavender's initial reaction when the lady with the microphone asked if she saved the day?
What was Lavender's initial reaction when the lady with the microphone asked if she saved the day?
What was the group's collective response to the lady with the microphone's question about Lavender saving the day?
What was the group's collective response to the lady with the microphone's question about Lavender saving the day?
What does Lavender find in the fire?
What does Lavender find in the fire?
What does Lavender fear if the distress call using the repeater fails?
What does Lavender fear if the distress call using the repeater fails?
What does Lavender do after making an initial distress call over the radio?
What does Lavender do after making an initial distress call over the radio?
What is the purpose of the repeater that Lavender finds?
What is the purpose of the repeater that Lavender finds?
What intensifies as Lavender reaches out for help using the repeater?
What intensifies as Lavender reaches out for help using the repeater?
What emotion does Lavender feel if no one responds to her distress call?
What emotion does Lavender feel if no one responds to her distress call?
What was the frequency KB7XWT was listening to as volunteers until the missing schoolkids were located?
What was the frequency KB7XWT was listening to as volunteers until the missing schoolkids were located?
Who was the last to be airlifted and felt anxious during the rescue?
Who was the last to be airlifted and felt anxious during the rescue?
What did the group build up to guide the rescuers to the right mountain peak?
What did the group build up to guide the rescuers to the right mountain peak?
What did the distress call on the radio lead to?
What did the distress call on the radio lead to?
What was the initial response of the helicopter to the group's distress call?
What was the initial response of the helicopter to the group's distress call?
What was KB7XWT doing when Lavender made the distress call on the radio?
What was KB7XWT doing when Lavender made the distress call on the radio?
What does Lavender's dad agree to let her do?
What does Lavender's dad agree to let her do?
Who expresses interest in studying for a ham radio license?
Who expresses interest in studying for a ham radio license?
Who surprises Lavender by expressing gratitude for her actions?
Who surprises Lavender by expressing gratitude for her actions?
Who is on crutches and has an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon in Phoenix?
Who is on crutches and has an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon in Phoenix?
What does Lavender's dad agree to let her do at least once?
What does Lavender's dad agree to let her do at least once?
Who is recovering in the hospital and expresses interest in studying for a ham radio license?
Who is recovering in the hospital and expresses interest in studying for a ham radio license?
Study Notes
Unexpected Conductor
- Lavender, a student, attends a concert in a multipurpose room with various smells lingering and the anticipation of a choir performance.
- The music teacher, Mrs. Jacobson, becomes ill and leaves abruptly, leaving the choir and the soloist, Marisol, without direction.
- Lavender steps in and takes over as the conductor, ensuring the choir doesn't miss their cue and allowing Marisol to perform her solo.
- Lavender's impromptu conducting impresses the audience, and she is lauded as a hero, receiving praises and congratulations from everyone.
- Lavender is elated and tries to share her excitement with Marisol, who reacts coldly, claiming that Lavender ruined her solo.
- Marisol is escorted away by Rachelle, leaving Lavender confused and unable to reach out to her afterward.
- Lavender struggles to understand Marisol's reaction and attempts to contact her multiple times without success.
- The unexpected tension with Marisol leaves Lavender feeling perplexed and hurt.
- The story highlights Lavender's genuine intention to help and the unexpected strain it places on her friendship with Marisol.
- The text also portrays the complexity of relationships and the difficulty of understanding others' perspectives and emotions.
- The narrative captures the emotional complexity of adolescent friendships and the challenges of communication and understanding.
- The story leaves the reader with a sense of unresolved tension and the desire to understand the underlying reasons for Marisol's reaction.
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
Nighttime Camping in the Wilderness
- Lavender feels alone and scared while using the bathroom outdoors, away from the group
- The group takes shelter in a small cave to escape the cold and fear of wild animals
- Lavender struggles to sleep due to the unfamiliar sounds of nature and fear of wild animals
- Lavender and John have a conversation about the nearby coyotes and their potential threat
- John reveals to Lavender that he knows something about her, leaving her feeling fearful and anxious
- The group is stranded in the Chiricahua wilderness, home to bears, mountain lions, javelinas, and coyotes
- Lavender is used to the sounds of the city and is unnerved by the natural sounds of the mountains
- Lavender falls asleep and wakes up to find John still awake due to the cold and inability to sleep
- Lavender and John discuss the potential threat of the coyotes and their behavior towards humans
- Lavender is uncomfortable and in pain due to the hard surface of the cave and her backpack
- Lavender becomes anxious when John whispers to her that he knows something about her
- Lavender is left wondering what John could possibly know about her, adding to her anxiety and fear
Unexpected Alliances and Survival Tactics
- Lavender and her friends take a break during a hike, with John expressing concern about bears in the vicinity.
- Marisol suggests eating prickly pears, but admits to never having tried them from the wild.
- John reveals he has a knife and a lighter, causing Rachelle to express worry about safety and potential expulsion.
- Marisol convinces Rachelle to help with peeling the cactus by appealing to her concern for cleanliness.
- Lavender realizes that Marisol and Rachelle's friendship may be genuine, contrary to her previous assumptions.
- Lavender feels a growing disconnect from Marisol as they are getting older and their interests diverge.
- Lavender and John start a fire while gathering wood, and Lavender reflects on her own issues and relationships.
- Lavender takes charge and instructs John to split up to look for wood, showing her determination to survive.
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
Betrayal on the Mountain
- Lavender and Marisol collect firewood on a mountaintop, making jokes about each other's complaints
- John, with a flashlight, dismisses Lavender's Morse code idea to signal for help
- Lavender finds a crumpled envelope filled with cash in John's backpack
- The cash was marked for the school's telescope and had gone missing after a bake sale
- Lavender feels betrayed as she had started to think of John as a friend during their time in the wilderness
- John tries to explain, but Lavender refuses to listen
- Lavender had trusted John, who had confided in her about his family problems
- Lavender realizes that she may have been too quick to trust John
- The discovery of the stolen money changes Lavender's perception of John
- Lavender's trust in John is shattered by the discovery
- Lavender's feelings of betrayal overshadow the help and support John had provided
- The revelation of John's theft leaves Lavender feeling hurt and disillusioned
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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Test your comprehension of the unexpected turn of events in "Unexpected Conductor" with this quiz. Explore the complexities of adolescent friendships, communication challenges, and emotional nuances as you delve into the story's unresolved tension.
