Community Efforts in Clubhouse Restoration

Molly and her friends discover their clubhouse is sinking due to thawing permafrost. They research the issue and learn about permafrost and its impact on structures. With Grandpa Nat's guidance, they find a solution involving pilings to stabilize the clubhouse. The community comes together to lift the clubhouse, demonstrating teamwork and problem-solving.

What did Molly and her friends notice about their old clubhouse?

• It was moved to a different location.

• It was sinking into the ground.

• It was painted a new color.

• It had a new roof.

What is permafrost?

• A type of plant found in Alaska.

• A new technology to prevent buildings from sinking.

• A type of animal that lives in cold climates.

• A layer of soil that remains frozen for two or more years.

Why is the permafrost in Alaska thawing?

• Because of volcanic activity.

• As a result of the earth warming up.

• Because of space aliens.

• Due to increased rainfall.

What solution did Molly find to fix the sinking clubhouse?

• Using pilings to stabilize the structure.

• Building a new clubhouse.

• Painting the clubhouse with waterproof paint.

• Moving the clubhouse to a different location.

What inspired the community to use jacks to lift the clubhouse?

• A book about construction techniques.

• A movie they watched.

• A suggestion from a local engineer.

• Seeing a tractor being jacked up.

What was the final outcome for the clubhouse?

• It was turned into a museum.

• It was left to sink further.

• It became a way station for hikers.

• It was demolished and rebuilt.

What role did the community play in saving the clubhouse?

• They organized a protest.

• They provided financial support.

• They helped lift the clubhouse using jacks.

• They designed a new clubhouse.

What did Molly and her friends plan to add to the clubhouse after saving it?

• A birdfeeder and maps for hikers.

• A swimming pool.

• A new roof.

• A playground.

What was the historical significance of the clubhouse?

• It was a way station for weary hikers.

• It was a famous restaurant.

• It was the first building in the village.

• It was a former school building.

What lesson did Molly learn from the experience?

• The value of keeping secrets.

• That nature cannot be controlled.

• That it's better to build new than repair old.

• The importance of teamwork and community effort.