I Survived the American Revolution (Ch. 1-4)

What is Nathaniel’s main concern at the beginning of the story? (RL.5.3)
A. Finding food
B. Avoiding the soldiers
C. Protecting his family
D. Escaping to a safer place

• Finding Food

• Avoiding the soldiers

• Protecting his family

• Escaping to a safer place

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Which sentence best describes how Nathaniel feels when he hears the sounds of battle? (RL.5.1)

• "Nathaniel felt excited to witness history in the making."

• "The loud noise made him freeze with fear."

• "He was indifferent to the chaos around him."

• Nathaniel cheered as the soldiers marched forward."

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What do the descriptions of the setting tell us about Nathaniel’s environment? (RL.5.4)

• It is a peaceful and quiet countryside.

• It is a chaotic and dangerous war zone.

• It is a bustling city with crowds of people.

• It is a desolate area with little activity.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

How does Nathaniel’s character begin to develop in these chapters? (RL.5.3)

• He shows bravery despite his fear.

• He acts recklessly without thinking.

• He depends entirely on others for help.

• He is indifferent to the events around him.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Why does the author include vivid descriptions of the soldiers and the battle? (RL.5.6)

• To entertain readers with action-packed scenes.

• To show how Nathaniel views the events around him.

• To distract readers from Nathaniel’s feelings.

• To make readers sympathize with the soldiers.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

What does Nathaniel’s decision to run from the battlefield reveal about him? (RL.5.3)

• He values his safety and survival

• He is eager to join the fight

• He wants to warn others about the battle

• He is indifferent to the war

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Which phrase best helps the reader understand the chaos of the battle? (RL.5.4)

• "The meadow was calm and quiet."

• "Explosions roared like thunder all around."

• "Nathaniel walked through a silent forest."

• "The scene was peaceful and still."

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

How does the author use Nathaniel’s perspective to create suspense? (RL.5.6)

• By showing the thoughts of the soldiers in detail.

• By focusing on Nathaniel's confusion and fear.

• By providing an outside view of the battle.

• By describing everything calmly and clearly.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6