Question 1

Where did Ellie and Marcus hike at the start of the story?

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They hiked across a grassy knoll toward an old farmhouse.

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They hiked along a rocky hill toward a cave.

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They hiked through a dark forest toward a cabin.

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They hiked across a sandy beach toward a lighthouse.

Question 2

What object did Marcus use to make a sound at the door?

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Marcus used his fist to knock on the door.

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Marcus used a stone to bang on the door.

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Marcus used a rope to tie on the door.

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Marcus used a stick to scratch on the door.

Question 3

What three objects were on the table inside?

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A knife, a rope with a knot, and scraps of wool to knit.

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A hammer, a bucket of nails, and a pile of bricks.

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A lantern, a map, and a bottle of water.

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A book, a candle, and a pair of boots.

Question 4

What was waiting as if someone had left quickly?

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There was dough waiting to knead on the table.

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There was soup cooking on the stove.

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There was fruit left on the counter.

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There was milk sitting in a glass.

Question 5

What did the stranger begin to count?

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The stranger began counting coins in a box.

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The stranger began counting keys in his pocket.

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The stranger began counting sheep outside the window.

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The stranger began counting books on a shelf.

Question 6

Why did Ellie and Marcus duck to the floor?

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They ducked because they heard footsteps and feared being seen.

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They ducked because they dropped food on the floor.

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They ducked because they wanted to hide from the rain.

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They ducked because they were looking for treasure.

Question 7

Why did Marcus whisper about asking or hiding?

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He whispered because he was unsure if the stranger was dangerous.

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He whispered because he wanted to play a game with Ellie.

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He whispered because he wanted to buy the farmhouse.

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He whispered because he thought the stranger was their teacher.

Question 8

Why did Ellie’s heart pound faster than a thousand hooves?

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Her heart pounded because the moment felt tense and frightening.

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Her heart pounded because she was running up the stairs.

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Her heart pounded because she was carrying heavy boxes.

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Her heart pounded because she was laughing at Marcus.

Question 9

Why did the stranger say the sum was wrong?

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He said it because the coins he counted did not add up.

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He said it because the food he cooked was too salty.

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He said it because the shoes he wore were too small.

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He said it because the books he read were missing pages.

Question 10

Why did Marcus say the mystery wasn’t solved?

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He said it because they had clues but not the full answers yet.

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He said it because they wanted to leave without looking.

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He said it because they had no interest in the farmhouse.

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He said it because the stranger gave them a clear solution.

Question 11

What lesson can readers learn from this story?

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Readers can learn that curiosity can uncover secrets but also danger.

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Readers can learn that old houses are empty and boring.

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Readers can learn that strangers should always be trusted.

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Readers can learn that exploring houses is always safe for kids.

Question 12

How did Ellie and Marcus show caution?

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They showed caution by hiding and staying quiet when the stranger entered.

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They showed caution by leaving food outside for the stranger.

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They showed caution by shouting loudly to scare him away.

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They showed caution by locking the farmhouse door.

Question 13

What might have happened if Ellie and Marcus had spoken to the stranger?

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They might have been caught and questioned about being there.

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They might have been asked to help him paint the farmhouse.

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They might have been given treasure to take home.

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They might have been invited to share dinner with him.

Question 14

Why is the knock described as loud as a hundred drums?

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It is described that way to exaggerate how noisy the sound was.

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It is described that way to show the knock was quiet and soft.

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It is described that way to mean the door was made of drums.

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It is described that way to say the house was musical.

Question 15

What do Ellie and Marcus’s actions show about them?

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Their actions show they were curious, brave, and thoughtful.

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Their actions show they were weak, timid, and silent.

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Their actions show they were rude, mean, and distracted.

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Their actions show they were careless, lazy, and selfish.

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