One class, however, had commenced reading the Aeneid of Virgil, and was intending to pursue the full course of preparation for college; though in regard to one member of the class there was some doubt whether he would be able to enter college.

As this boy is to be our hero we will take a closer look at him.
Frank Frost is at this time in his sixteenth year.

He is about the medium size, compactly made, and the healthful color in his cheeks is good evidence that he is not pursuing his studies at the expense of his health.

He has dark chestnut hair, with a slight wave, and is altogether a fine-looking boy.
At a desk behind him sits John Haynes, the son of Squire Haynes, introduced in our last chapter.

He is nearly two years older than Frank, and about as opposite to him in personal appearance as can well be imagined.