Key Insights
Why did the narrator initially agree to go on the Ferris wheel with his brother?
The narrator agreed to go on the Ferris wheel with his brother to face his fear of heights and spend time together.
What unusual noise did the narrator's house make that had no logical explanation?
The house made a rhythmic 'thwack, thwack, thwack' noise at night, similar to someone chopping wood, which could not be explained.
How did the narrator's experience at the carnival end up being a valuable lesson?
The narrator learned to trust their instincts and the importance of having a password to verify the identity of people claiming to know their family.
Why did the narrator feel uncomfortable around the hippie-looking couple at the fair?
The narrator felt uncomfortable due to their overly enthusiastic and intrusive behavior, which included giving out cookies and pamphlets about their organization.
What was the creepy encounter that made the narrator vow to stay home more often?
The narrator encountered a robotic voice warning them not to touch a light fixture in the creek, threatening electrocution and mentioning that they knew everything about the narrator and their friends.
How did the narrator and their friend Clarissa handle the creepy photographer at the state fair?
They confronted the photographer after noticing he was following them, leading to a public scene where he was found with inappropriate Polaroid photos of females, resulting in a physical altercation and police involvement.
Chapters
- The ferris wheel malfunctions, causing the car to jerk and swing.
- The lap bar securing the girl breaks, leaving her in a precarious position.
- The incident leaves the girl with a lasting fear of heights.
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