Mattie Rose's Role in the Revolution

Miss Sharon reads 'The Scarlet Stockings Spy,' a tale set in 1777 Philadelphia during the Revolutionary War. The story follows Mattie Rose, a young girl who secretly aids the Patriots by using a clothesline code to communicate ship movements to her brother Jonathan, a soldier. Despite the dangers, Mattie remains dedicated to the cause, even after Jonathan's death. She creates an American flag from her scarlet stockings, symbolizing her defiance and patriotism. The story concludes with the legacy of Mattie's flag, representing hope and resilience.

What was the atmosphere like in Philadelphia during the fall of 1777?

• Joyful and celebratory

• Tense and filled with suspicion

• Calm and peaceful

• Indifferent and uninterested

Who is Mattie Rose and what role does she play in the story?

• A British spy

• A seamstress helping her mother

• A young girl using a secret code to help the Patriots

• A soldier in Washington's army

How does Mattie Rose communicate ship movements to her brother?

• Using a hidden radio

• By meeting him in person

• Through a secret code on her clothesline

• By sending letters

What does a scarlet stocking hanging toe up signify in Mattie Rose's code?

• A suspicious vessel

• A merchant vessel from the islands

• A friendly vessel

• A ship carrying British soldiers

What event causes Mattie Rose to become worried about her brother Jonathan?

• A storm at sea

• A fire in Philadelphia

• A letter from the British

• The Battle of Brandywine Creek

Who is Seth and what role does he play in the story?

• Mattie Rose's cousin

• A local merchant

• A friend of Jonathan who takes over his spy duties

• A British officer

What does Mattie Rose create from her scarlet stockings, white petticoats, and her brother's blue coat?

• A pair of gloves

• A quilt

• An American flag

• A new dress

What happens to Philadelphia in the spring of 1778?

• It is captured by the British

• The British leave the city

• It is destroyed by a fire

• It becomes the capital of the United States

What is unique about the flag Mattie Rose creates?

• It has a musket ball hole

• It is the largest flag in the city

• It is made entirely of silk

• It has 50 stars

What does the larger star on Mattie Rose's flag represent?

• The keystone star for Pennsylvania

• The city of Philadelphia

• The state of New York

• The British army