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A stranger walks into the general store and buys a hammer, a hatchet, some rope, and an apple. What does he do with them?
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A stranger walks into the general store and buys a hammer, a hatchet, some rope, and an apple. What does he do with them?
As a visual reference, select a box that has dimensions under 12X12 inches. Tape the box closed. Set the box in front of you. Write a story or poem based on what is inside the box.
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