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The Nest By Robert Zacks
The short story, “The Nest” by Robert Zacks, is about how a boy wanted to go on a hike with his friend, Paul. Jimmy, the one that wanted to meet his friend, decided to ask his Mom before going. However, Ms. Swanson also known as Jimmy’s mom, didn’t want Jimmy to go on a hike with Paul. This is because Ms. Swanson knew he was in a gang and was a bad influence. Seconds later, Jimmy was grieved with his mother and decided to tell Paul he wasn’t going. As Jimmy approached Paul, he noticed that he was upset about how no one was allowed to go on the hike. Jimmy felt terrible and decided that he would go on the hike with Paul and invite him over for supper. Jimmy pulled out his telephone to tell her that Paul was coming for supper and he’d go on a

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