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Bound for a New Life Task Cards

Authored by Rachel Weatherford

English

5th Grade

CCSS covered

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Bound for a New Life Task Cards
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

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Why was Robert taken to Virginia against his will?  

A. He wanted to explore a new place.  

B. The Virginia Company needed workers.  

C. He committed a crime in London.  

  D. He wanted to reunite with his family in America.  

Answer explanation

The story explains that Robert was taken to Virginia because the Virginia Company needed workers, and children like him were being rounded up for this purpose.

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.1

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

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What is the theme of Robert's story?

A. The importance of family

B. The power of Kindness

C. Perseverance through hardship

D. The beauty of nature

Answer explanation

Robert faced many challenges, including hard labor and poor living conditions, but he survived and eventually earned his freedom, demonstrating perseverance.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

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How are Robert's and Sarah's experiences similar?

A. Both chose to go to America willingly.  

B. Both became wealthy in America.  

C. Both worked hard as indentured servants.  

D. Both remained in London.

Answer explanation

Both characters were bound to serve as laborers, though Sarah chose her path while Robert was forced into it. They both endured difficult conditions before gaining their freedom.

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.3

RL.5.3

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

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What does the word "indentured" mean in Sarah's story?

A. A promise of wealth.  

B. A contract for a period of work.  

 C. A ticket to freedom.  

D. A type of punishment.

Answer explanation

 Sarah explains that her indenture was an agreement to work for seven years in exchange for food and shelter.

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.4

RL.5.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

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How does the structure of the story, with separate narratives for Robert and Sarah, help the reader understand life in Jamestown?  

A. It shows two different perspectives of indentured servitude.  

B. It focuses on the luxurious lives of settlers.  

C. It describes the daily routines of different colonies.  

D. It only provides historical facts without any personal stories.  

Answer explanation

By presenting the experiences of both Robert and Sarah, the story gives insight into the challenges faced by children who served as laborers in Jamestown

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.5

RL.5.5

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

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How does Robert's point of view influence his description of life in Jamestown?  

A. He describes it as a joyful experience.   

B. He emphasizes the opportunities available.  

C. He focuses on the hardships he faced.  

D. He remains neutral about his experience. 

Answer explanation

Robert describes the tough conditions and hard labor he endured, emphasizing the difficulties of being forced into work in Jamestown.

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.6

RL.5.6

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

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If this story included images of Jamestown, which detail would most likely be shown?

A. A bustling city with tall buildings.  

B. A school with children studying.  

C. Fields where laborers are working.  

D. A factory with many workers

Answer explanation

The story mentions that Robert and others worked in the tobacco fields, so images would likely show this aspect of their lives.

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.7

RL.5.7

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