Why does Sam run to tell William the news about his father?
Friends on Opposite Sides

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Nafis Muhammad
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
He wants to prove that his father is more important than William’s father.
He is excited and proud of his father’s decision to join the army.
He wants William to join the Continental Army too.
He hopes to change William’s mind about the king.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which statement best summarizes the story?
Sam and William disagree about the war, but they both agree to join the Continental Army.
Sam is proud of his father’s decision to fight for freedom, while William wants to stay loyal to Britain. Despite their differences, the boys remain friends.
Sam convinces William to leave town and join the Continental Army with him.
Sam and William argue about their families’ roles in the war and stop speaking to each other.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which quotation helps the reader understand the time of year in the story?
“The hot, sticky air of the late afternoon hung heavy in the sky.”
“The sound of footsteps echoed through the silent streets.”
“His father’s blue coat blended into the sea of Patriot soldiers.”
“Sam found William sitting by the river, skipping rocks.”
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What can we infer about Sam’s feelings toward his father’s decision to join the Continental Army?
He is angry that his father will leave him behind.
He is proud of his father and believes it is the right thing to do.
He feels uncertain about the outcome of the war.
He is worried that his father may not come back.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What caused William to worry about his own future?
The British army is getting closer to the town.
Hearing that some Loyalists are planning to move to Canada.
His father joins the Continental Army.
News of a Patriot victory reaches the town.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does Sam’s decision to sit by the river with William after their argument reveal about their friendship?
Sam wants to distance himself from William because of their disagreements.
Sam is ready to forgive William and values their friendship despite their differences.
Sam is frustrated and doesn’t want to talk to William anymore.
Sam feels indifferent and doesn’t care about the argument.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the theme of the story?
Loyalty to your country is the most important thing.
Friendship can survive even when you have different opinions.
It’s best to avoid conflict at all costs.
Everyone should be on the same side in a war.
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