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wondering if his friends are really about to try and hurt him and he just thought it was a joke? Feeling a little worried about what is about to happen

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I thought that it was interesting that the main character was the same name of the author-Ralph Fletcher. Was this an autobiography?

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I can understand the sadness of losing a friend due to them moving away, but probably from my culture background, I find it rude to just leave without a proper goodbye. Like a hug and handshake. It is a must in my family.

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I think it is humorous how the kids are calling this a funeral. They are actually just saying nice things about their friend that is moving.

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When you are young it may be the last time you see someone when they move away. So it can be like a funeral is in order.

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Why it seems like we are in a rush?

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Why is dad in a hurry?

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What is so cool/interesting about going into the woods?

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I would be nervous if all of my friends showed up at my door unexpectedly. It seems like they have bad news or something bad is going to happen.

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As you read, stop at a minimum of two places to say something. You can:

1. Make a prediction
2. Ask a question
3. Clarify something you misunderstood
4. Make a comment
5. Make a connection

If you can't do any of those things, go back and reread.