Understanding 'The Courage of Sarah Noble'

The transcript narrates the story of Sarah Noble, a young girl who travels with her father to the wilderness of Connecticut in 1707. They spend their first night in the forest, where Sarah experiences the sounds of the wilderness and reflects on her family and home. Despite feeling lonely, she draws courage from her mother's words and her father's presence. The story highlights themes of bravery, family, and the challenges of frontier life.

Who is the author of 'The Courage of Sarah Noble'?

• Sarah Noble

• Alice Dalgliesh

• Leonard Weisgard

• John Noble

What role did Sarah Noble play in her father's journey?

• She was a guide

• She stayed at home

• She cooked for him

• She built the house

What advice did Sarah's mother give her before the journey?

• Keep up your courage

• Build a strong house

• Stay close to your father

• Learn to cook

What did Sarah find comforting during her first night in the forest?

• The presence of other settlers

• The warmth of the fire

• The sound of the river

• The bright star

What did Sarah's mother do when Sarah and her father left?

• She sang a song

• She wrote a letter

• She cried

• She gave Sarah a cloak

What animal sounds did Sarah hear in the forest?

• A bear and a wolf

• A fox and a wolf

• A deer and a fox

• A bird and a bear

How did Sarah's father reassure her about the wolf?

• He told her a story

• He lit a fire

• He sang a song

• He held his musket

What did Sarah's father use to protect them from the wolf?

• A sword

• A musket

• A bow and arrow

• A trap

What did Sarah's father tell her about the fox?

• It was hunting

• It was lost

• It was calling to its mate

• It was dangerous

What did Sarah's father do when he heard the wolf?

• He moved camp

• He went to sleep

• He reassured Sarah

• He ignored it