Revolutionary War: The Midnight Ride

What was Dr. Franklin's newspaper believed to stir among the colonists?

• Confusion

• Patriotism

• Joy

• Fear

Who were the Mechanics?

• Merchants

• A group of British spies

• A group of patriot craftsmen

• Children

What was the urgent message about?

• A party invitation

• British troops moving

• A trade agreement

• A new law

Why was the journey to Boston risky?

• Stormy weather

• Wild animals

• British patrols

• Thieves

What was the main fear of the character Sarah?

• Violence and bloodshed

• Getting lost

• Being captured

• The dark

What incorrect information had been spread about the British troops?

• They were doubling in number

• They were retreating

• They were going to New York

• They were unarmed

Who rode to warn the militias about the British attack?

• Dr. Franklin

• The Mechanics

• Paul Revere and William Dawes

• British defectors

What did Sarah and James aim to do in Boston?

• Start a new business

• Join the British forces

• Find a new home

• Document the events for the newspaper

What did the two lanterns signal?

• British were retreating

• Gathering at the town hall

• British coming by sea

• An all-clear signal

What did Paul Revere do when captured by the British?

• He revealed the plan

• He remained silent about his mission

• He fought the soldiers

• He escaped immediately