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Ellen's Journey and Challenges

Ellen's Journey and Challenges

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

5th - 6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

Ellen dreads her trip to the pump, preferring the warmth of the kitchen where her mother reminisces about the past. The British occupation has affected their lives, with Ellen worrying about her brother Ezra who joined the militia. After moving to her grandfather's house, Ellen faces challenges on her trip to the pump, including bullying from Dicey. Meanwhile, her grandfather suffers an accident, adding to the family's struggles.

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12 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Ellen dread the trip to the pump?

She fears encountering Dicey.

She is afraid of the dark.

She dislikes the cold weather.

She prefers staying in the warm kitchen.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Ellen's mother reminisce about?

Her favorite books.

Sewing and knitting with her mother.

Her childhood adventures.

Her travels across the country.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event does Ellen recall about the British?

The British signing a peace treaty.

The British landing on Long Island.

The British leaving New York.

The British capturing Boston.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do Ellen and her mother decide to move back to New York?

They have no more food or money.

They miss their old home.

They want to join the British.

They are invited by friends.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Ellen's mother warn her about in New York?

The high prices of goods.

The British soldiers.

The slippery streets.

Talking to strangers.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Ellen hope for as she prepares to go to the pump?

That the pump is not crowded.

That it will be a sunny day.

That Dicey has gone home.

That she will meet a friend.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenges does Ellen face on the streets?

Lost directions.

Friendly neighbors.

Crowded shops.

Slippery cobblestones.

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