Bringing Sarah along

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I've worked with at risk youth and I do think on that viewpoint it was a good idea to bring Sarah along. It enhanced her character, strength and personality. Although to be honest since it was with family I do think they should have known each other a little better first.
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I also think they should firstly known each other better then they should have planned the trip. Sarah should be more comfortable with them then.
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CNWaweru wrote: 26 Jan 2018, 02:06 A blessing in disguise. Maybe fate. Without this, the story could not have been half as interesting.
I'm not sure about blessing, she went through a lot! But of course there would be no story if she hadn't gone.
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The whole idea is that she could not be left behind. This gave enough material to the story, turning it from a naturalistic kind of tale to a story about adulthood and growing up :)
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It was the starting point for the story and also it helped others to identify Sarah's character and strength. So, yes it was a good decision.
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Good idea because she discovered a lot more than what her grandpa, William and Myra couldn't have without her.
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I think the inclusion of Sarah made the story that much more interesting. Leaving her behind doesn't seem plausible, too. I wonder what their choice would have been if they had some forewarning of the dangers she would face, weighed against her resulting growth and awakening.
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It was obvious from the start that Sarah has to come along. I don't even know why they made such a fuss about it in the book. After all, she is 13 years old and perfectly capable of going for a hike.
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It was a very good idea. It added so much to the story.
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