Midnight Rider | Chapters 16-18

How did the Americans react to the British removing the gun powder and cannons from Quarry Hill?

• They were grateful for the proactive protection shown by General Gage and twenty thousand men came to Boston to celebrate the success.

• They believe that General Gage robbed the province, inciting twenty thousand men to march to Boston and begin spreading rumors that the war had begun.

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What was General Gage’s orders after he heard the news of the Americans?

• He ordered for anyone owning a weapon to be tried as a rebel, saying they are committing acts of treason against the British government.

• He ordered all Boston inhabitants to surrender their weapons and close the town in order to prevent war.

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What new rule did Margaret place on Hannah and Meg?

• That they must take at least three soldiers with them if they wish to leave the Province House.

• That they must not leave the Province House until further notice.

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How did Meg compare herself to the bird?

• They are both prisoners trapped in their own cages.

• They both have the freedom to fly away if they please.

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Do Meg and Hannah intend on following Margaret’s new rule?

• Yes

• No

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Why is it so important that Will has a job in Boston?

• So he can pass messages between Salem, Boston, and other towns.

• So he can save money and assist his parents in paying off their debt to the British government.

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