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Why did René and Lucien ask Emile to be their captain instead of Paul?
Because Paul was too heavy and they believed they could go faster with Emile.
How did Emile feel when René and Lucien first asked him to be their captain?
He couldn't believe it and felt like it was a dream come true.
What made Emile feel better about replacing Paul?
Paul reassured him by saying it was best for the team and for France.
How did the Dutch team initially perform in the race?
They started off very fast and took the lead.
What happened to the Dutch team after a kilometer?
They began to get tired and slowed down.
Why was Emile worried before the semifinal?
The Dutch team's captain looked big and strong
and Emile felt nervous about competing.
How did Jacques feel when Emile received his silver medal?
He felt proud of Emile.
What advice did René give to Emile before the semifinal?
He told him to relax and give the orders
and that they’d be fine.
Why did Jacques shout “Not so fast!” during practice?
Because calling too fast made the boat go slower.
What role did Emile play in the boat races?
He was the captain
giving commands and setting the rhythm.
What made Jacques and Emile excited when they first arrived in Paris?
They saw the new subway and the busy streets with elegant people.
What did Jacques see that surprised him during the team’s practice?
smaller captain.
The Dutch team had a new
What lesson did Emile learn about being a good captain?
A good captain knows the right rhythm and doesn’t rush.
What did the Dutch captain look like in the semifinal?
He was big and heavier than Emile.
What showed Emile was a respected leader by the end of the story?
His team won a medal
and everyone was happy with him as captain.
What did Jacques notice about the Dutch team that seemed unusual?
They had a new captain who looked small.
