Why is the narrator in California?
To look for gold in the mines
What's the meaning of "send regards"?
do something one person at a time
sent good wishes and respect to someone
stay with someone, especially when they are lonely
What's the meaning of "take turns"?
stay with someone, especially when they are lonely
do something one person at a time
visited someone without planning ahead
What's the meaning of "drop by"?
visit someone without planning ahead
stay with someone, especially when they are lonely
fell sad for someone else’s unhappiness
What do you think happened to Henry’s wife? Why didn’t she return home?
She may have been attacked by wild animals. She could have been kidnapped. She may have gotten lost or injured and never found. Life in the 1800s California
Who is the narrator of the story?
A lonely miner / traveler looking for gold.
What does the narrator first notice about Henry’s cabin?
It is cozy and clean with many decorations.
Tell us a meaninful sentence with the word "EMOTIONAL"
GOOD JOB
What event was Henry excited about?
His wife was going to return
Who are the main characters in the story?
The narrator / miner and Henry.
Who are the supporting characters?
Tom, Joe, and Charley and Henry's wife.
What do Henry's friends always do to help him get through day?
They take turns spending time with him. They always come to support him, decorating the house with flowers and helping Henry get through the day.
What happened to Henry’s wife?
She went missing nineteen years ago.
Henry believes his wife will return on Sunday.
TRUE
FALSE
Henry’s friends are kind and supportive.
FALSE
TRUE
What surprised the narrator about Henry’s home?
It was beautiful and carefully decorated. There was a woman's touch.
