Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride: The True Story

The video details Paul Revere's mission on April 18, 1775, to warn local militias in Concord about British plans to seize their weapons and to alert John Hancock and Samuel Adams in Lexington of their impending arrest. Revere's ride was not solitary; he was joined by William Dawes and later by Samuel Prescott. The famous lantern signal was a backup plan in case Revere was captured. Despite being detained by a British patrol, Revere's efforts contributed to the Patriots' preparedness for the Battle of Lexington.

What was one of the key tasks assigned to Paul Revere by Doctor Joseph Warren?

• To gather more weapons for the Patriots

• To deliver a message to the King

• To warn local militias about the British plans

• To negotiate with British troops

Who was the other rider sent by Doctor Warren along with Paul Revere?

• Samuel Adams

• John Hancock

• John Larkin

• William Dawes

What was the purpose of the two lanterns in the Old North Church?

• To celebrate a Patriot victory

• To warn the British troops

• To indicate the British were coming by sea

• To signal Revere to start his ride

How did Paul Revere cross the Charles River?

• By taking a ferry

• By rowing with friends

• By swimming

• By walking over a bridge

What was a common misconception about Revere's ride?

• He rode alone without any help

• He shouted 'The British are coming!'

• He was captured immediately

• He rode during the day

What happened to Paul Revere after he was captured by the British patrol?

• He was sent back to Boston

• He escaped with his horse

• He was released but lost his horse

• He was taken to prison

What significant event did Paul Revere witness after returning to Lexington?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Siege of Boston

• The Battle of Lexington

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence