WorksheetsMAP GROWTH - CHAPTER 2 AND 3
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 9mins
What does the author tell us about the man’s social status?
He was poor and lived in a small house.
He was rich and owned a plantation
He worked as a soldier in the army.
He was a sergeant in the army.
How does the description of the man’s face help us understand his character?
It shows he was angry and cruel.
It shows he was confused and didn’t know what to do.
It shows he was brave and calm even before death.
It shows he was tired.
According to this part of the story: "The man and the sergeant were left balancing on the two ends of the last plank. Once the sergeant stepped off, the man would fall and be hanged."
Which picture better represents this scene?
To explain the main event or message in this part of the story.
To describe the setting in detail.
What does the illustration of the man and his family show?
It shows what he is thinking about before he dies.
It shows the man saying goodbye to his family.
It shows his wife reading a letter from him.
It shows his family saying goodbye at the bridge.
What does the ticking of the watch symbolize?
It shows the sound of soldiers marching.
It shows that he is waiting for his family to arrive.
It tells the soldiers when to start the execution.
It represents the passing of time before his death.
Which two facts best describe Peyton Farquhar's identity and political views? (There are two possible answers)
He is a plantation owner from Alabama who supports the South.
He is a soldier in the Northern army.
He believed war is always wrong and never helps anyone.
He believed 'All’s fair in love and war' and wanted to help the South.
What important information does the soldier give Peyton?
That the North’s soldiers are repairing the railroads and guarding a bridge.
That the Southern army is surrendering.
That the railroad is destroyed and cannot be fixed.
That a storm is coming.
What does the picture of the soldier on the horse show?
It shows the soldier is strong and brave.
It shows the soldier is helping Peyton escape.
It shows the soldier looks friendly but is lying to Peyton.
It shows the soldier is lost in the forest.
In chapter 3. What is the author’s message about being careful with strangers?
Soldiers always tell the truth.
Not everyone who looks nice tells the truth.
This chapter shows that war is easy and safe.
The author thinks Peyton was not smart enough to see the trick.
How do the pictures in both chapters help show the main message of the story?
The pictures show that the man is safe and happy.
The pictures show the man winning the war.
The pictures show peaceful nature without danger.
The pictures show that war is full of tricks and danger.
The story makes the following claim about war and lies:
War is often justified by lies.
War always leads to peace.
Lies are never used in war.
War and lies are unrelated.
What do the pictures in both chapters make you think or feel?
