1. Where was the lake Wentworth?

2. How did Douglas make sure that he had conquered the old terror?

3. Why was Douglas determined to get over his fear of water?

4. Why did Douglas hire an instructor?

5. Why did Douglas hate to walk with bare legs?

6. What was the impact of the pool incident?

7. What does Douglas do to save himself in the pool?

8. How did the instructor make Douglas a good swimmer?

9. How did this experience affect the author?

10. What were the series of emotions and fears that Douglas experienced when he was thrown into the pool?