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1. What does Jennifer feel like when she regains consciousness in Chapter 1?

When Jennifer regains consciousness, she feels a terrible pain in her arm from elbow to shoulder and in her head. The rest of her body aches. Her mouth is dry, and she wants to ask for water, but she cannot speak.

2. In Chapter 1, what does Dr. Hargreaves say about Jennifer's condition?

Dr. Hargreaves explains Jennifer's condition. He says that there will be some scarring, especially on the arm she broke. She took quite a blow to her head, so it may be a while before she is herself again. Given the severity of the accident, he believes that they can say that she has had a lucky escape.

3. How and why does Jennifer have to familiarize herself with her house when she comes home from the hospital?

Jennifer has to familiarize herself with her house when she comes home from the hospital. She has some amnesia and does not recognize the house, the staff, or her husband. She spends an hour when she is alone walking around the large house familiarizing herself with it, opening drawers, and studying photographs. Sometimes if she lets her mind go blank, her feet carry her where she wants to go. She is grateful to know that some part of her still knows the house.

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