Characters
He is 92 years old and the boys' neighbor.
Mr. Land
Green Valley floods easily because the town is built on this.
Build on low land
What does gushing mean?
This means water is flowing out very quickly and with a lot of force
This specific structure failed, causing the "Killer Flood."
Fish Lake Dam
Why did Dan throw his phone in the water?
He was angry that he tripped and broke the phone
This character cannot swim, which made the flood extra scary.
Pete
The boys found Fluffy the cat on top of this kitchen appliance.
Refrigerator
What does bailing mean?
The act of scooping water out of a boat so it stays afloat.
Dan jumped into the cold water to retrieve this important device from his room.
phone
How did the boys find their way back to the table when the power went out?
Followed their own voices
He waded into the water to save the cat and lead the way.
Dan
he boys rowed a mile to reach the downtown area
Drug Store
What does panic mean?
A sudden, strong feeling of fear that makes it hard to think
This is the strange sound the boys heard in the bathroom at the start.
gurgle
Many items in the drug store were ruined, Mr. Land's supplies were
safe or undamaged
This officer initially thought the boys were looters before helping them
Officer Glass
This is where the boys planned to go to stay high above the water.
Treehouse
What does wading mean?
To walk through water that is up to your knees or waist.
The boys had to use these because the boat motor would not start.
paddles
This type of vehicle brought the boys home from the drug store.
Rescue Boat
Who did the mayor thank/celebrate at the end of the story
Rescue workers, police, firefighters, or Dan and Pete
At the end, the town built this to be much stronger
The dam
This word describes a dangerous situation that needs quick action.
emergency
The boys went to the drug store to get this for Mr. Land
diabetes medicine/test kits
Where did the town meet to celebrate the heroes?
Main Street