Use the sentence to complete the activity.

"The child held on to his mother as the train went by the platform."

Revise the sentence by making the underlined words more precise, adding at least one adjective or adverb, and adding at least one sensory detail.
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"The young boy tightly clung to his mother's hand as the loud and fast-moving train whooshed past the crowded platform."

Use the outline to answer the question.

- Julie and Nicole live in a close-knit neighborhood where everyone is friends.
-Recently, an older man named Mr. Radcliffe moved in to one of the houses that had been for sale on their street.
-Mr. Radcliffe keeps to himself and does not talk to the other neighbors.
-People begin to gossip about Mr. Radcliffe, saying that he is unfriendly, and he must have something to hide since he never comes outside to socialize.
-One day, Julie and Nicole are out for a run in the neighborhood. Julie trips over a rock and twists her ankle. She can't walk, and the girls don't have a phone to call for help.
-Mr. Radcliffe comes out of his house with first aid supplies. He helps Julie into his car and gives the girls a ride home.
-Julie and Nicole learn that Mr. Radcliffe is not unfriendly and mean; he is a little lonely, somewhat shy, and definitely misunderstood by most of the neighbors.

In three to five sentences, explain what you would put in a possible conclusion for this story, including at least one of the following elements of a strong conclusion: solution, growth, new knowledge, reflection.

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In the conclusion of this story, Julie and Nicole's perspective on Mr. Radcliffe has completely shifted. They have learned not to judge others based on rumors or appearances, gaining new knowledge about the importance of empathy and understanding. Through their encounter with Mr. Radcliffe, the girls have grown in their ability to see beyond initial impressions. They realize the value of reaching out and connecting with someone who may be different from themselves, leading to a newfound sense of community and compassion in their neighborhood.