"Yes," replied George, "$709.50 per year. That is supposed to
cover the necessary expenses. It is not only hard work but the
boys don't get but one leave of absence in all the course, and
even that isn't given until after the first two years."
"But they have vacations, don't they?" inquired John.
"If you want to call them vacations," laughed Grant. "From about
the middle of June to the end of August the cadets go into camp.
They are busy every day."
"What does a fellow have to pass an examination in in order to
enter West Point?"
"English grammar, English composition, algebra through quadratic
equations, plane geometry, descriptive geography, physical
geography, United States history and the outlines of general
history."
"I think I'll go if that's all," laughed John, who was well known
to have troubles with most of his examinations in school.
"Look at that boat over yonder!" suddenly interrupted Fred,
pointing to a motor-boat about one hundred feet away. "It looks
to me as if it was trying to pass us."
"That's just what it is trying to do," said Grant eagerly.
"Don't you let them do it, Peewee."
"That's just what I intend not to do," said Fred resolutely.
In a moment the speed of the Black Growler was increased, but it
was also manifest as the boys glanced behind them that the boat
they had noticed was in swift pursuit.
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