- Julie and Nicole live in a close-knit neighborhood where everyone is friends.

-Recently, an older man named Mr. Radcliffe moved in to one of the houses that had been for sale on their street.

-Mr. Radcliffe keeps to himself and does not talk to the other neighbors.

-People begin to gossip about Mr. Radcliffe, saying that he is unfriendly, and he must have something to hide since he never comes outside to socialize.

-One day, Julie and Nicole are out for a run in the neighborhood. Julie trips over a rock and twists her ankle. She can't walk, and the girls don't have a phone to call for help.

-Mr. Radcliffe comes out of his house with first aid supplies. He helps Julie into his car and gives the girls a ride home.

-Julie and Nicole learn that Mr. Radcliffe is not unfriendly and mean; he is a little lonely, somewhat shy, and definitely misunderstood by most of the neighbors.

In three to five sentences, explain what you would put in a possible conclusion for this story, including at least one of the following elements of a strong conclusion: solution, growth, new knowledge, reflection.

In the conclusion of the story, Julie and Nicole reflect on their initial assumptions about Mr. Radcliffe and how they were proven wrong through his act of kindness. They realize the importance of not judging someone based on rumors or appearances. They decide to make an effort to include Mr. Radcliffe in the neighborhood activities and help him feel more welcome. The experience with Mr. Radcliffe teaches them both a valuable lesson about the importance of empathy and understanding towards others.