Liberty's Kids Episode 33 Deborah Sampson

Who is the main subject of Liberty's Kids Episode 34?

• Betsy Ross

• Abigail Adams

• Deborah Sampson

• Martha Washington

What did Deborah Sampson disguise herself as in order to join the Continental Army?

• A nurse

• A man

• A cook

• A spy

What name did Deborah Sampson use when she enlisted in the Continental Army?

• Robert Shurtliff

• John Adams

• Thomas Brown

• William Parker

During which war did Deborah Sampson serve as a soldier?

• The Civil War

• The War of 1812

• The American Revolutionary War

• The French and Indian War

Why was Deborah Sampson's decision to disguise herself as a man considered especially risky during the Revolutionary War era?

• Women were not allowed to travel outside their homes

• Women were not permitted to serve in the military, and discovery could lead to serious consequences

• The Continental Army only accepted men over the age of 30

• Women were required to pay a fine if they left their towns

How did Deborah Sampson's identity eventually get discovered by the military?

• She confessed to her commanding officer

• A fellow soldier recognized her from her hometown

• A doctor discovered she was a woman while treating her for an illness

• She was caught writing letters to her family

What does Deborah Sampson's ability to serve effectively as a soldier suggest about the role of women during the American Revolution?

• Women were openly welcomed into the military

• Women were capable of contributing to the war effort despite being excluded from official roles

• Women preferred to stay at home rather than support the war

• Women were given special ranks in the Continental Army

After her service was discovered, Deborah Sampson was honorably discharged. What does this suggest about how her commanding officers viewed her contributions to the army?

• They were angry and wanted to punish her severely

• They believed women should never be involved in war

• They respected her bravery and service despite the rules she had broken

• They discharged her only because they had no other choice

Using evidence from Deborah Sampson's story, explain why her actions could be considered both an act of patriotism and an act of protest. Which of the following best captures both ideas?

• She fought for her country while also challenging the social norms that prevented women from serving in the military

• She only wanted to earn money and had no interest in the cause of independence

• She protested against the Continental Army by refusing to follow orders

• She served as a nurse to show her patriotism without breaking any rules

If you were writing a historical argument about whether Deborah Sampson should be considered a hero of the American Revolution, which piece of reasoning best supports that claim?

• She is a hero because she wore a uniform just like other soldiers

• She is a hero because she overcame significant personal and social barriers to serve her country, demonstrating courage and dedication to the cause of American independence

• She is a hero only because she was eventually discovered and discharged

• She is a hero because she was the first woman to ever wear men's clothing