My Brother Sam Is Dead Ch. 6 & 7 Quiz
This quiz will test students' knowledge on chapters 6 & 7 of the novel My Brother Sam is Dead.
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What type of job does Mr. Heron ask Tim about in Chapter 6?
- A.
Becoming a spy
- B.
Fishing for Shad
- C.
Surveying
- D.
Becoming a Tory soldier
Correct Answer
C. SurveyingExplanation
In Chapter 6, Mr. Heron asks Tim about surveying. This suggests that Mr. Heron is interested in Tim's knowledge and skills in the field of surveying. It implies that Mr. Heron may have a job or project related to surveying that he wants Tim to be a part of or that he wants to discuss with him.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What lie does Tim tell Mr. Heron about how dad has changed his mind so that Tim can carry messages for him?
- A.
Dad was never serious and was just joking
- B.
Life didn't care as long as he did not know about it
- C.
He told Mr. Heron that dad would never find out
- D.
He told Heron that Life changed his mind after he caught Shad fish for him.
Correct Answer
B. Life didn't care as long as he did not know about itExplanation
Tim tells Mr. Heron that dad has changed his mind because Life didn't care as long as he did not know about it. This means that Tim is lying to Mr. Heron about dad's decision, implying that as long as dad remains unaware of Tim's actions, he won't object or interfere. Tim is trying to convince Mr. Heron that he can carry messages without any consequences as long as dad remains ignorant.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Mr. Heron is a 100% Tory.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "Mr. Heron is a 100% Tory" implies that Mr. Heron is a member of the Tory political party without any doubt or deviation. However, since the answer is False, it suggests that Mr. Heron may not be a member of the Tory party or may not fully align with their beliefs and principles.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When Tim tells Mr Heron "Aren't we supposed to be loyal to the King?" he does this because:
- A.
He finally realizes he is a loyalist
- B.
He enjoys being dishonest
- C.
He wants to get father angry
- D.
He wants Mr. Heron to let him run messages
Correct Answer
D. He wants Mr. Heron to let him run messagesExplanation
Tim asks Mr. Heron if they are supposed to be loyal to the King because he wants Mr. Heron to allow him to run messages. By questioning their loyalty to the King, Tim is indirectly expressing his desire to support the King and be involved in activities related to him, such as running messages. This suggests that Tim sees running messages as an important task and wants to be entrusted with it by Mr. Heron.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How long will it take Tim to travel from Redding Ridge to Fairfield?
- A.
5 minutes
- B.
5 days
- C.
5 hours
- D.
55 minutes
Correct Answer
C. 5 hoursExplanation
Tim will take 5 hours to travel from Redding Ridge to Fairfield. This is the correct answer because the other options, such as 5 minutes, 5 days, and 55 minutes, are not feasible for this type of travel distance. 5 hours seems like a reasonable estimate for the time it would take to travel between these two locations.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What lie does Tim tell Betsy when he encounters her on the road?
- A.
"I'm going fishing"
- B.
"There are fish in the millstream"
- C.
"I'm going to Long Island Sound"
- D.
"On my way to see Jerry Sanford"
Correct Answer
A. "I'm going fishing"Explanation
Tim tells Betsy that he is going fishing.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Mr. Heron told Betsy where Sam was.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement states that Mr. Heron informed Betsy about Sam's whereabouts. Since the statement is presented as a fact without any contradicting information, it can be assumed that the statement is true.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Tim hid the letter in his : .
Correct Answer
ShirtExplanation
Tim hid the letter in his shirt.Rate this question:
- 9.
Betsy believes that Tim is a Tory
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Betsy's belief that Tim is a Tory is considered true based on the given information.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What did Mr. Heron's letter say after Betsy had opened it and thrown it on the ground?
- A.
"Sam and other officers are in Horseneck"
- B.
"If this letter is delivered the messenger can be trusted"
- C.
"If this message is revieved, we will know that the messenger is reliable."
- D.
"American commissary officers are in Horseneck"
Correct Answer
C. "If this message is revieved, we will know that the messenger is reliable." -
- 11.
In chapter 7, Mr. Heron is angry at Tim because he did not deliver the message successfully
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
In chapter 7, Mr. Heron is not angry at Tim because he did not deliver the message successfully. The passage does not provide any information about Mr. Heron's emotions towards Tim or any failure in delivering a message. Therefore, the statement is false.Rate this question:
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- 12.
How old was Life when he left home? (Write your response using numbers only or you will get it wrong)
Correct Answer
16Explanation
Life was 16 years old when he left home.Rate this question:
- 13.
Why did Life leave his home at such a young age?
- A.
There were too many mouths to feed at his house
- B.
His father kicked him out too
- C.
To fight in the French and Indian War
- D.
His parents died
Correct Answer
A. There were too many mouths to feed at his houseExplanation
Life left his home at a young age because there were too many mouths to feed at his house. This suggests that his family was facing financial difficulties and could not provide for everyone adequately. In order to ease the burden on his family and perhaps seek better opportunities elsewhere, Life made the decision to leave his home.Rate this question:
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- 14.
In what year does the setting of chapter 7 take place? (Write your response using numbers only or you will get it wrong)
Correct Answer
1776Explanation
Chapter 7 takes place in the year 1776.Rate this question:
- 15.
Father was excited about taking Tim to Verplanks Point with him.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement suggests that the father was excited about taking Tim to Verplanks Point with him. However, the correct answer is false, indicating that the father was not excited about taking Tim to Verplanks Point.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Who did father consult about the weather before he left on his trip?
- A.
Farmers and Almanacs
- B.
The sky and soil
- C.
People in the tavern
- D.
The clouds and wind
Correct Answer
A. Farmers and AlmanacsExplanation
The father consulted farmers and almanacs about the weather before he left on his trip. Farmers are knowledgeable about the weather patterns in their area, as they rely on it for their agricultural activities. Almanacs, on the other hand, provide weather forecasts and predictions based on historical data and astronomical calculations. By consulting both farmers and almanacs, the father can gather information from both local expertise and scientific predictions to make informed decisions regarding the weather conditions for his trip.Rate this question:
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- 17.
What town did the Cow-boys catch the Meekers in?
- A.
Verplanks Point
- B.
Ridgebury
- C.
New York
- D.
Horseneck
Correct Answer
B. RidgeburyExplanation
The correct answer is Ridgebury. This is the town where the Cow-boys caught the Meekers.Rate this question:
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- 18.
It can be inferred that the Cow-boys were on whose side in the war, the Patriots or Loyalist? (Answer with one word only)
Correct Answer
PatriotsExplanation
The correct answer is "Patriots" because the question asks which side the Cowboys were on in the war, and the answer states that they were on the Patriots' side.Rate this question:
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The group of people who saved father and Tim were know as?
- A.
Escorts
- B.
Loyalist
- C.
Cow-boys
- D.
Volunteers
Correct Answer
A. EscortsExplanation
The group of people who saved father and Tim were known as "Escorts." This suggests that they were responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of the father and Tim during a potentially dangerous situation. The term "Escorts" implies that they provided a form of security or guidance, possibly acting as bodyguards or guides.Rate this question:
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The men who save father and Tim say that Cow-boys are better known as:
- A.
"Cowards and thieves"
- B.
Patriots
- C.
"Cattle thieves"
- D.
Rebels
Correct Answer
C. "Cattle thieves"Explanation
The correct answer is "Cattle thieves" because the men who saved the father and Tim refer to cowboys as such. This implies that the men perceive cowboys as individuals who steal cattle, emphasizing their negative reputation in this context.Rate this question:
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