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There was a big problem during the party setup. A bird flew in! I think Carlos was more surprised than Erin. Erin ended up getting the bird back outside.
As Erin and Carlos were setting up for the party, a bird flew in through the open door. Carlos panicked, but Erin managed to get the bird back outside.
As Erin and Carlos were setting up for the party, a bird flew in through the open door. Carlos panicked, or maybe just pretended to so Erin could be the hero. Erin got the bird back outside.
There was a big problem during the party setup. A bird flew in, and Carlos shouted, "Everybody get down!" Erin just laughed and helped the bird find its way out.

The objective summary is: **"As Erin and Carlos were setting up for the party, a bird flew in through the open door. Carlos panicked, but Erin managed to get the bird back outside."**

This summary presents the events without personal opinions or interpretations.

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A. There was a big problem during the party setup. A bird flew in! I think Carlos was more surprised than Erin. Erin ended up getting the bird back outside.
B. As Erin and Carlos were setting up for the party, a bird flew in through the open door. Carlos panicked, but Erin managed to get the bird back outside.
C. As Erin and Carlos were setting up for the party, a bird flew in through the open door. Carlos panicked, or maybe just pretended to so Erin could be the hero. Erin got the bird back outside.
D. There was a big problem during the party setup. A bird flew in, and Carlos shouted, "Everybody get down!" Erin just laughed and helped the bird find its way out.

The objective summary is **B. As Erin and Carlos were setting up for the party, a bird flew in through the open door. Carlos panicked, but Erin managed to get the bird back outside.**

This option presents the events clearly without including personal opinions or interpretations.

(ill divide this paragraph in two part, this is part one)

The Crow-Child
by Mary Mapes Dodge
Midway between a certain blue lake and a deep forest there once stood a cottage, called by its owner "The Rookery."
The forest shut out the sunlight and scowled upon the ground, breaking with shadows every ray that fell, until only a few little pieces lay scattered about. But the broad lake invited all the rays to come and rest upon her, so that sometimes she shone from shore to shore, and the sun winked and blinked above her, as though dazzled by his own reflection. The cottage, which was very small, had sunny windows and dark windows. Only from the roof could you see the mountains beyond, where the light crept up in the morning and down in the evening, turning all the brooks into living silver as it passed. But something brighter than sunshine used often to look from the cottage into the forest, and something even more gloomy than shadows often glowered from its windows upon the sunny lake. One was the face of little Ruky Lynn; and the other was his sister's when she felt angry or ill-tempered. They were orphans, Cora and Ruky, living alone in the cottage with an old uncle. Cora-or "Cor," as Ruky called her-was nearly sixteen years old, but her brother had seen the forest turn yellow only four times. She was, therefore, almost mother and sister in one. The little fellow was her companion night and day. Together they ate and slept, and-when Cora was not at work in the cottage-together they rambled in the wood, or floated in their little skiff upon the lake.
Ruky had bright, dark eyes, and the glossy blackness of his hair made his cheeks look even rosier than they were. He had funny ways for a boy, Cora thought. The quick, bird-like jerks of his raven-black head, his stately baby gait, and his habit of pecking at his food, as she called it, often made his sister laugh. Young as he was, the little fellow had learned to mount to the top of a low-branching tree near the cottage, though he could not always get down alone. Sometimes when, perched in the thick foliage, he would scream, "Cor! Cor! Come, help me down!" his sister would answer, as she ran out laughing, "Yes, little Crow! I'm coming." Perhaps it was because he reminded her of a crow that Cora called him her little bird. This was when she was good-natured and willing to let him see how much she loved him. But in her cloudy moments, as the uncle called them, Cora was another girl. Everything seemed ugly to her, or out of tune. Even Ruky was a trial; and, instead of giving him a kind word, she would scold and grumble until he would steal from the cottage door, and, jumping lightly from the door-step, seek the shelter of his tree. Once safely perched among its branches he knew she would finish her work, forget her illhumor, and be quite ready, when he cried "Cor! Cor!" to come from the cottage with a cheery, "Yes, little Crow! I'm coming! I'm coming!" No one could help loving Ruky, with his quick, affectionate ways; and it seemed that Ruky, in turn, could not help loving every person and thing around him. He loved his silent old uncle, the bright lake, the cool forest, and even his little china cup with red berries painted upon it. But more than all, Ruky loved his golden-haired sister, and the great dog, who would plunge into the lake at the mere pointing of his chubby little finger. In fact, that finger and the commanding baby voice were "law" to Nep at any time. Nep and Ruky often talked together, and though one used barks and the other words, there was a perfect understanding between them. Woe to the straggler that dared to rouse Nep's wrath, and woe to the bird or rabbit that ventured too near!-those great teeth snapped at their prey without even the warning of a growl. But Ruky could safely pull Nep's ears or his tail, or climb his great shaggy back, or even snatch away the untasted bone. Still, as I said before, every one loved the child; so, of course, Nep was no exception. One day Ruky's "Cor! Cor!" had sounded oftener than usual. His rosy face had bent saucily to kiss Cora's upturned forehead, as she raised her arms to lift him from the tree; but the sparkle in his dark eyes had seemed to kindle so much mischief in him that his sister's patience became fairly exhausted. "Has Cor nothing to do but to wait upon you?" she cried, "and nothing to listen to but your noise and your racket? You shall go to bed early to-day, and then I shall have some peace." "No, no, Cor. Please let Ruky wait till the stars come. Ruky wants to see the stars." "Hush! Ruky is bad. He shall have a whipping when Uncle comes back from town." Nep growled. "Ha! ha!" laughed Ruky, jerking his head saucily from side to side; "Nep says 'No!'" Nep was shut out of the cottage for his pains, and poor Ruky was undressed, with many a hasty jerk and pull. "You hurt, Cor!" he said, plaintively. "I'm going to take off my shoes my own self." "No, you're not," cried Cora, almost shaking him; and when he cried she called him naughty, and said if he did not stop he should have no supper. This made him cry all the more, and Cora, feeling in her angry mood that he deserved severe punishment, threw away his supper and put him to bed. Then all that could be heard were Ruky's low sobs and the snappish clicks of Cora's needles, as she sat knitting, with her back to him. He could not sleep, for his eyelids were scalded with tears, and his plaintive "Cor! Cor!" had reached his sister's ears in vain. She never once looked up from those gleaming knitting-needles, nor even gave him his good-night kiss.It grew late. The uncle did not return. At last Cora, sulky and weary, locked the cottage door, blew out her candle, and lay down beside her brother. The poor little fellow tried to win a forgiving word, but she was too ill-natured to grant it. In vain he whispered, "Cor, Cor!" He even touched her hand over and over again with his lips, hoping she would turn toward him, and, with a loving kiss, murmur, as usual, "Good night, little bird." Instead of this, she jerked her arm angrily away, saying: "Oh, stop your pecking and go to sleep! I wish you were a crow in earnest, and then I'd have some peace." After this, Ruky was silent. His heart drooped within him as he wondered what this "peace" was that his sister wished for so often, and why he must go away before it could come to her. Soon, Cora, who had rejoiced in the sudden calm, heard a strange fluttering. In an instant she saw by the starlight a dark object circle once or twice in the air above her, then dart suddenly through the open window. Astonished that Ruky had not shouted with delight at the strange visitor, or else clung to her neck in fear, she turned to see if he had fallen asleep. No wonder that she started up, horror-stricken, -Ruky was not there. His empty place was still warm; perhaps he had slid softly from the bed. With trembling haste she lighted the candle, and peered into every corner. The boy was not to be found! Then those fearful words rang in her ears: "I wish you were a crow in earnest!"
Cora rushed to the door, and, with straining gaze, looked out into the still night

Thank you for sharing the first part of "The Crow-Child" by Mary Mapes Dodge. It introduces us to the setting, the main characters Cora and Ruky, and their relationship as siblings and caregivers. Cora plays a dual role as both sister and mother to the young and playful Ruky, who is depicted as innocent and loving. Their home, "The Rookery," is a cottage situated between a dark forest and a bright lake, symbolizing the contrast between Cora's moods—darkness and light.

Ruky's antics and innocent nature often bring joy, but they also test Cora's patience. The tension between them escalates when Cora is feeling ill-tempered, leading to a conflict that results in Ruky being punished and sent to bed without kindness from his sister. This conflict emphasizes Cora's struggle with her emotions and responsibilities.

As the part concludes, there's a sense of foreboding as Cora realizes Ruky has disappeared after she jokingly wished he were a crow. This moment foreshadows potential trouble and highlights the depth of their bond, which may soon be tested by unexpected circumstances.

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(this is part two of the paragraph)

"Ruky! Ruky!" she screamed. There was a slight stir in the low-growing tree. "Ruky, darling, come back!" "Caw, caw!" answered a harsh voice from the tree. Something black seemed to spin out of it, and then, in great sweeping circles, salled upward, until finally it settled upon one of the loftiest trees in the forest. "Caw, caw!" it screamed, fiercely. The girl shuddered, but, with outstretched arms, cried out: "Oh, Ruky, if it is you, come back to poor Cor!" "Caw, caw!" mocked hundreds of voices, as a shadow like a thunder-cloud rose in the air. It was an immense flock of crows. She could distinguish them plainly in the starlight, circling higher and higher, then lower and lower, until, with their harsh "Caw, caw!" they sailed far off into the night. "Oh, Ruky, answer me!" she cried. Nep growled, the forest trees whispered softly together, and the lake, twinkling with stars, sang a lullaby as it lifted its weary little waves upon the shore: there was no other sound. It seemed that daylight never would come; but at last the trees turned slowly from black to green, and the lake put out its stars, one by one, and waited for the new day. Cora, who had been wandering restlessly in every direction, now went weeping into the cottage. "Poor boy!" she sobbed; "he had no supper." Then she scattered breadcrumbs near the doorway, hoping that Ruky would come for them; but only a few timid little songsters hovered about, and, while Cora wept, picked up the food daintily, as though it burned their bills. When she reached forth her hand, though there were no crows among them, and called "Ruky! Ruky!" they scattered and flew away in an instant. Next she went to the steep-roofed barn, and, bringing out an apronful of grain, scattered it all around his favorite tree. Before long, to her great joy, a flock of crows came by. They spied the grain, and soon were busily picking it up with their short, feathered bills. One even came near the mound where she sat. Unable to restrain herself longer, she fell upon her knees with an imploring cry: "Oh, Ruky! is this you?" Instantly the entire flock set up an angry "caw," and, surrounding the crow, who was hopping closer and closer to Cora, hurried him off, until they all looked like mere specks against the summer sky. Every day, rain or shine, she scattered the grain, trembling with dread lest Nep should leap among the hungry crows, and perhaps kill her "little bird" first. But Nep knew better; he never stirred when the noisy crowd settled around the cottage, excepting once, when one of them pounced upon his back. Then he started up, wagging his tail, and barking with uproarious delight. The crow flew off in a flutter, and did not venture near him again. Poor Cora felt sure that this could be no other than Ruky. Oh, if she only could have caught him then! Perhaps with kisses and prayers she might have won him back to Ruky's shape; but now the chance was lost. There was no one to help her; for the nearest neighbor dwelt miles away, and her uncle had not yet returned. After a-while she remembered the little cup, and, filling it with grain, stood it upon a grassy mound. When the crows came, they fought and struggled for its contents with many an angry cry. One of them made no effort to seize the grain. He was content to peck at the berries painted upon its sides, as he hopped joyfully around it again and again. Nep lay very quiet. Only the tip of his tail twitched with an eager, wistful motion. But Cora sprang joyfully toward the bird. "It is Ruky!" she cried, striving to catch it. Alas! the cup lay shattered beneath her hand, as, with a taunting "caw, caw," the crow joined its fellows and flew away. Next, gunners came. They were looking for other birds; but they hated the crows, Cora knew, and she trembled for Ruky. She heard the sharp crack of fowling-pieces in the forest, and shuddered whenever Nep, pricking up his ears, darted with an angry howl in the direction of the sound. She knew, too, that her uncle had set traps for the crows, and it seemed to her that the whole world was against the poor birds, plotting their destruction. Time flew by. The leaves seemed to flash into bright colors and fall off almost in a day. Frost and snow came. Still the uncle had not returned, or, if he had, she did not know it. Her brain was bewildered. She knew not whether she ate or slept. Only the terrible firing reached her ears, or that living black cloud came and went with its ceaseless "caw." At last, during a terrible night of wind and storm, Cora felt that she must go forth and seek her poor bird. "Perhaps he is freezing-dying!" she cried, springing frantically from the bed, and casting her long cloak over her night-dress. In a moment, she was trudging barefooted through the snow. It was so deep she could hardly walk, and the sleet was driving into her face; still she kept on, though her numbed feet seemed hardly to belong to her. All the way she was praying in her heart; promising never, never to be passionate again, if she only could find her bird-not Ruky the boy, but whatever he might be. She was willing to accept her punishment. Soon a faint cry reached her ear. With eager haste, she peered into every fold of the drifted snow. A black object caught her eye. It was a poor storm-beaten crow, lying there benumbed and stiff. For Ruky's sake she folded it closely to her bosom, and plodded back to the cottage. The fire cast a rosy light on its glossy wing as she entered, but the poor thing did not stir. Softly stroking and warming it, she wrapped the frozen bird in soft flannel and blew into its open mouth. Soon, to her great relief, it revived, and even swallowed a few grains of wheat. Cold and weary, she cast herself upon the bed, still folding the bird to her heart. "It may be Ruky! It is all I ask," she sobbed. "I dare not ask for more." Suddenly she felt a peculiar stirring. The crow seemed to grow larger. Then, in the dim light, she felt its feathers pressing lightly against her cheek. Next, something soft and warm wound itself tenderly about her neck, and she heard a sweet voice saying: "Don't cry, Cor, -I'll be good." She started up. It was, indeed, her own darling! The starlight shone into the room. Lighting her candle, she looked at the clock. It was just two hours since she had uttered those cruel words! Sobbing, she asked: "Have I been asleep, Ruky, dear?" "I don't know, Cor. Do people cry when they're asleep?" "Sometimes, Ruky," clasping him very close. "Then you have been asleep. But Cor, please don't let Uncle whip Ruky." "No, no, my little bird-I mean, my brother. Good night, darling!" "Good night."

In the second part of "The Crow-Child," the narrative takes a dramatic turn as Cora realizes that her brother Ruky has vanished after her ill-tempered wish for him to be a crow. Her frantic calls for him are met with harsh cawing and the sight of a flock of crows, which only heightens her sense of dread and loss. The passage captures Cora's desperation and regret as she grapples with the consequences of her earlier actions, wishing for a way to undo the harm caused by her anger.

Cora's attempts to lure Ruky back with breadcrumbs and grain illustrate her growing desperation. Every interaction with the crows, especially with one that appears to be Ruky, leads to frustration as she is unable to connect with him. As time passes, the seasons change, and her worry deepens, reflecting the emotional turmoil within her. The imagery of the changing weather—from autumn colors to winter storms—mirrors her internal struggle and the gravity of her situation.

The climax of the passage occurs when Cora braves a fierce storm to find Ruky, motivated by love and regret. When she discovers a black, cold crow and manages to revive it, her hope leads to an emotional reunion. After a moment of uncertainty and fear, Ruky returns in his human form, expressing innocence and acceptance of Cora's love. This reconciliation emphasizes themes of familial love, the consequences of our words, and the importance of compassion.

Overall, the pivotal moment brings a sense of redemption and resolution. Cora learns the importance of patience and love, and the bond between her and Ruky is reaffirmed. This ending encapsulates the story's message about the power of love and the necessity of overcoming difficult emotions.

If you have specific questions or would like to discuss particular themes from the story, feel free to ask!

Which details are essential to include in an objective summary of the story?

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A. an opinion on the mistake the main character makes
B. a brief description of the two main characters
C. an analysis of the relationship between the siblings
D. the lesson the main character learns
E. the genre to which the story belongs

The two correct answers for essential details to include in an objective summary of the story are:

**B. a brief description of the two main characters**
**D. the lesson the main character learns**

These details provide a clear understanding of the characters and the overall message of the story without incorporating personal opinions or analyses.

Which details are essential to include in an objective summary of the story?

Select the two correct answers.
(1 point)
A. an opinion on the mistake the main character makes
B. a brief description of the two main characters
C. an analysis of the relationship between the siblings
D. the lesson the main character learns
E. the genre to which the story belongs

The two correct answers for essential details to include in an objective summary of the story are:

**B. a brief description of the two main characters**
**D. the lesson the main character learns**

These elements convey key information about the characters and the overarching theme of the story without introducing personal opinions or analyses.

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Summary: Cora and Ruky are orphan siblings who take care of each other. Cora is the older sibling and has been like a mother to little Ruky. ________________. One day, Ruky frustrates Cora, and she makes a wish that instead of being crow-like, Ruky were really a crow. The wish appears to come true. ________________. Finally, Cora wakes up and discovers that Ruky is fine and human. ________________.

Ruky turns into a crow and flies away to live with the other birds.

Cora spends what feels to her like days and days trying to fix the situation while stewing in her regret.

Ruky and Cora stop being mad at each other and take comfort in things returning to normal.

Sometimes, Ruky wears on Cora's limited patience.

Cora has a gloomy personality, while Ruky is sunny and happy.

Cora learns to avoid letting her emotions cause her to say things she doesn't mean.

Here’s how the sentences can be arranged to create a coherent summary:

**Summary: Cora and Ruky are orphan siblings who take care of each other. Cora is the older sibling and has been like a mother to little Ruky.** **Sometimes, Ruky wears on Cora's limited patience.** **One day, Ruky frustrates Cora, and she makes a wish that instead of being crow-like, Ruky were really a crow. The wish appears to come true.** **Ruky turns into a crow and flies away to live with the other birds.** **Cora spends what feels to her like days and days trying to fix the situation while stewing in her regret.** **Cora learns to avoid letting her emotions cause her to say things she doesn't mean.** **Finally, Cora wakes up and discovers that Ruky is fine and human.** **Ruky and Cora stop being mad at each other and take comfort in things returning to normal.**

This arrangement presents the characters, the conflict, the resulting actions, and the resolution in a clear and logical sequence.

Drag and drop the sentences into the correct locations.

(2 points)
Summary: Cora and Ruky are orphan siblings who take care of each other. Cora is the older sibling and has been like a mother to little Ruky. ________________. One day, Ruky frustrates Cora, and she makes a wish that instead of being crow-like, Ruky were really a crow. The wish appears to come true. ________________. Finally, Cora wakes up and discovers that Ruky is fine and human. ________________.

Ruky turns into a crow and flies away to live with the other birds.

Cora spends what feels to her like days and days trying to fix the situation while stewing in her regret.

Ruky and Cora stop being mad at each other and take comfort in things returning to normal.

Sometimes, Ruky wears on Cora's limited patience.

Cora has a gloomy personality, while Ruky is sunny and happy.

Cora learns to avoid letting her emotions cause her to say things she doesn't mean.

Here’s the correct arrangement of the sentences to create a coherent summary:

**Summary: Cora and Ruky are orphan siblings who take care of each other. Cora is the older sibling and has been like a mother to little Ruky.** **Sometimes, Ruky wears on Cora's limited patience.** **One day, Ruky frustrates Cora, and she makes a wish that instead of being crow-like, Ruky were really a crow. The wish appears to come true.** **Ruky turns into a crow and flies away to live with the other birds.** **Cora spends what feels to her like days and days trying to fix the situation while stewing in her regret.** **Cora learns to avoid letting her emotions cause her to say things she doesn't mean.** **Finally, Cora wakes up and discovers that Ruky is fine and human.** **Ruky and Cora stop being mad at each other and take comfort in things returning to normal.**

This arrangement effectively captures the progression of the story's events and character development.

Drag and drop the sentences into the correct locations.

(Only choose three options to go in the blanks)
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Summary: Cora and Ruky are orphan siblings who take care of each other. Cora is the older sibling and has been like a mother to little Ruky. ________________. One day, Ruky frustrates Cora, and she makes a wish that instead of being crow-like, Ruky were really a crow. The wish appears to come true. ________________. Finally, Cora wakes up and discovers that Ruky is fine and human. ________________.

Ruky turns into a crow and flies away to live with the other birds.

Cora spends what feels to her like days and days trying to fix the situation while stewing in her regret.

Ruky and Cora stop being mad at each other and take comfort in things returning to normal.

Sometimes, Ruky wears on Cora's limited patience.

Cora has a gloomy personality, while Ruky is sunny and happy.

Cora learns to avoid letting her emotions cause her to say things she doesn't mean.

Here’s how to fill in the blanks correctly with three chosen sentences:

**Summary: Cora and Ruky are orphan siblings who take care of each other. Cora is the older sibling and has been like a mother to little Ruky.** **Sometimes, Ruky wears on Cora's limited patience.** **One day, Ruky frustrates Cora, and she makes a wish that instead of being crow-like, Ruky were really a crow. The wish appears to come true.** **Ruky turns into a crow and flies away to live with the other birds.** **Cora spends what feels to her like days and days trying to fix the situation while stewing in her regret.** **Finally, Cora wakes up and discovers that Ruky is fine and human.** **Ruky and Cora stop being mad at each other and take comfort in things returning to normal.**

The three chosen sentences are:
1. **Sometimes, Ruky wears on Cora's limited patience.**
2. **Ruky turns into a crow and flies away to live with the other birds.**
3. **Cora spends what feels to her like days and days trying to fix the situation while stewing in her regret.**

These sentences effectively convey the essential details of the story while maintaining a logical sequence.