The Boxcar Children

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Who are the main characters in The Boxcar Children?

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Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny.

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What is the setting of The Boxcar Children?

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The story takes place in a boxcar in the woods.

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Who wrote The Boxcar Children?

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Gertrude Chandler Warner.

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What do the children find at the dump?

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Dishes, furniture, and tools.

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Why did the children leave their home?

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They were afraid their grandfather would find them.

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What is the first job Henry does to earn money?

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He mows the grass.

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What is the relationship between the children?

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They are siblings.

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What does Jessie do to help the family?

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She takes care of her younger siblings and helps with chores.

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What is Benny's favorite food?

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Benny loves to eat cookies.

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How do the children feel about living in the boxcar?

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They feel free and adventurous.