"They are looking for us.

I could see that.

They were so close to the island that I could almost have hit them with a stone." "Provided you could throw straight," interjected Miss Elting.
"Yes.

I wouldn't have to be a very good thrower to reach a boat so close as that one was." "Shall we go exploring now ?" asked Margery.
"I don't believe it would be prudent.

Those boys are sharp.