Caleb Sewell and the Pony Express

What was Caleb Sewell's initial reaction when he was addressed as "Mister" by Derek Bollinger?

• He felt proud.

• He was taken off guard.

• He ignored it.

• He laughed.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What did Caleb Sewell do to avoid embarrassment while adding sugar to his coffee?

• He added more sugar than usual.

• He added no sugar at all.

• He added only half his usual amount of sugar.

• He asked the waitress to add sugar for him.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

What was one of Caleb's responsibilities as a Pony Express rider?

• To ensure the horses were never exhausted.

• To deliver packages to the local sheriff.

• To repair the trails.

• To avoid all contact with the local law.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What did Bollinger say to Caleb at the end of their meeting?

• "Good luck on your journey."

• "Take care of the horses."

• "Good to have you with us on the Pony Express."

• "Remember to write back home."

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What did Caleb find to be a great relief during his conversation with Bollinger?

• Bollinger did not ask about his family.

• Bollinger offered him a higher salary.

• Bollinger praised his riding skills.

• Bollinger gave him a new hat.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What was written on the box stall outside which the saddlebags were placed?

• Express Riders Only

• Pony Express Only

• Horse Riders Only

• Delivery Riders Only

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

What type of horse was already in the stall?

• Thoroughbred

• Mustang

• Appaloosa

• Arabian

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What did Caleb sign before starting his journey?

• A delivery log

• A receipt

• A contract

• A map

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How long was Caleb Sewell's first day as a Pony Express rider?

• Ten hours and fifty miles

• Twelve hours and eighty miles

• Eight hours and sixty miles

• Fourteen hours and ninety miles

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

What was the primary purpose of the Pony Express?

• To deliver mail across the West

• To transport goods and people

• To explore new territories

• To serve as a military communication line

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9