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WorksheetsDivided Loyalties
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is a good summary of "Divided Loyalties"?
"Divided Loyalties" is a play about The Barton Family
"Divided Loyalties" is a play about the American Revolution and the town of Burlington, NJ
"Divided Loyalties" is a 3 Act play about The Barton family, their views on the American Revolution and the actions they take based on their views.
"Divided Loyalties" is a play about how William Barton became a soldier in the Continental Army.
Which of the following statements from the text proves that it is difficult to be a Loyalist in New Jersey at this time?
“I am shocked that you have been meeting with those rebels and troublemakers.”
The local farmers refuse to sell to me.”
British ships have been blockading the harbors so that merchant ships can neither come in nor go out.”
Why did some American Indian nations side with the British during the Revolution? Check all that apply.
A chief's family was killed by American settlers.
They hoped to prevent Americans from taking more land.
They wanted to go to England.
They were paid to fight.
What is the central theme of 'Divided Loyalties'?
Family conflicts during the American Revolution
Economic struggles in colonial America
Religious differences in early America
Technological advancements in the 18th century
Which character in 'Divided Loyalties' represents the Loyalist perspective?
William Barton
Sarah Barton
John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
How does 'Divided Loyalties' portray the impact of war on families?
It shows families uniting against a common enemy
It depicts families being torn apart by differing beliefs
It illustrates families thriving economically
It portrays families unaffected by the war
What historical event serves as the backdrop for 'Divided Loyalties'?
The American Revolution
The Civil War
The Industrial Revolution
The War of 1812
In 'Divided Loyalties', what is the main conflict faced by the Barton family?
Choosing between supporting the British or the American cause
Deciding whether to move to a new country
Choosing a new religion
Deciding on a family business
Which of the following best describes the setting of 'Divided Loyalties'?
A small town in New Jersey during the American Revolution
A bustling city in England
A rural village in France
A plantation in the Southern colonies
What role does Sarah Barton play in 'Divided Loyalties'?
A mediator trying to keep the family together
A soldier fighting for the British
A spy for the American forces
A merchant trading goods
Why is the title 'Divided Loyalties' significant to the play's narrative?
It highlights the internal conflict within the Barton family
It refers to the division of land among the colonies
It signifies the economic divide in society
It describes the geographical division of the colonies
What is the outcome for the Barton family at the end of 'Divided Loyalties'?
They remain divided in their loyalties
They all join the American cause
They move to England
They become neutral in the conflict
How does 'Divided Loyalties' address the theme of identity?
By exploring how characters struggle with their national and personal identities
By focusing on the economic identity of the colonies
By highlighting the religious identity of the characters
By examining the technological identity of the era
What is the significance of the American Revolution in 'Divided Loyalties'?
It serves as a catalyst for personal and familial conflicts
It is a minor backdrop to the main story
It is portrayed as a time of peace and prosperity
It is depicted as irrelevant to the characters' lives
Which of the following best captures the essence of 'Divided Loyalties'?
A family's struggle with conflicting allegiances during a turbulent time
A story of economic success in colonial America
A tale of religious conversion and acceptance
A narrative about technological progress
