Question

Summarizing & “The Outcasts of Poker Flat”

Directions: In the space below, summarize (in two sentences…your choice of clauses) each of the following paragraphs. Be careful that your second sentence expresses the impact that the paragraph has on the narrative as a whole.
ex: The paragraph beginning, “He started to his feet…”
As snow begins to fall, John Oakhurst has a feeling that Uncle Billy has done something bad. In the context of the whole narrative, it is concerning because this group of outcasts is now caught in snow and their things have been taken.
(3) The paragraph beginning, “The pines rocked…”

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

The group of outcasts takes shelter in a pine forest during the snowstorm, and they find solace in the companionship and warmth of the fire they create. This paragraph highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of the outcasts, while also showcasing the sense of unity and community they develop amidst their challenging circumstances.