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Answer:
In "Nicholas's Diary: April 2 and 3," why is Nicholas surprised by the place his dad takes him for the treasure hunt?
<em>It's the same place they go for walks on Sundays sometimes.</em>
Which sentence from the text best supports the answer in Part A?
<em>"I never would have thought [these woods] hold treasure…"</em>
Explanation:
Nicholas who is a students has always been fascinated by his father going treasure hunting alone and returning later without any sign of what those treasure he found are or allowing him to tag along.
<em>Even though he has been bragging to his classmates, but was surprised to notice that, where they are going was a place he is quite certain they used to go for hiking. Secondly, they are not going with any equipment to show that they are going to dig for treasure in the woods.</em>
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