Johnny Appleseed: Life and Legacy

The video narrates the story of Johnny Appleseed, born as John Chapman, who became famous for planting apple trees across America. He traveled extensively, planting nurseries and giving settlers a head start with apple trees. Known for his peculiar lifestyle, Johnny was a vegetarian who wore ragged clothes and often slept outdoors. Despite his oddities, he was well-liked and respected. His legacy lives on as apple trees now grow across the United States, and he is remembered for his contributions to agriculture.

Where was Johnny Appleseed born?

• Pennsylvania

• Ohio

• Massachusetts

• Indiana

What was Johnny Appleseed's real name?

• John Brown

• John Adams

• John Chapman

• John Smith

What did Johnny Appleseed carry with him on his journey?

• A map

• A compass

• A tent

• A sack of apple seeds

Why did Johnny Appleseed plant apple trees for settlers?

• To sell apples

• To provide shade

• To give settlers a head start with apple trees

• To attract wildlife

How did Johnny Appleseed protect his seedlings?

• By building fences

• By hiring guards

• By using pesticides

• By planting them in secret locations

How did Johnny Appleseed help families who were struggling?

• He gave them apple seedlings for free

• He gave them money

• He provided them with food

• He built them houses

What did Johnny Appleseed do with the apple seeds?

• He stored them

• He sold them

• He planted them across several states

• He traded them

What was unusual about Johnny's clothing?

• He wore a cape

• He wore ragged pants and coffee sack shirts

• He wore a uniform

• He wore a suit

What did Johnny Appleseed eat instead of meat?

• Fruits

• Bread

• Corn mush, potatoes, and nuts

• Fish

What did Johnny Appleseed use to make his shirts?

• Silk

• Cotton

• Coffee sacks

• Leather