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Sarah Bishop

Daily Guiding Questions

Chapter 1:

• What causes Sarah to be too scared to ask questions?

• Why do you think Sarah never asks her father questions about something he is so sure about?

• How does Sarah’s father know who is shooting?

• What do you think Quarme is trying to remind Sarah’s family of?

• What side of the revolution are Sarah and her father on?

• What happened to Sarah’s mother and what responsibilities did Sarah now have?

• What in Sarah’s home would alert someone to the fact that their family was on the side of Britain?

• What happened to the picture of King George?

• Why would Chad put the picture of King George in the fire? What side of the war is he on?

• Who are Skinners?

• Why would Chad turn out the lamp for them to sit in the dark when he heard a whistling sound pass over their house?

Chapter 2:

• What causes Mr. Purdy to become less friendly to Sarah?

• Do you think it is right or wrong for people to no longer be friendly with their own friends when it comes to taking sides of a war?

• Describe Sarah’s family finances. How do you know?

• What does Mr. Purdy mean when he says, “Three now, but maybe less before long?” How do you think Sarah feels when she hears this?

• How can Sarah’s father love for King George put his family in jeapordy?

• Describe Mrs. Ryder.

• What do you think was happening to Mr. Purdy’s mill at night?

• Why didn’t Sarah decide to give Mr. Purdy the jar of wild blackberry jam?

Chapter 3:

• What caused Sarah’s family to be in the financial predicament they are in now?

• What lead Sarah’s family to move to America?

• Why scares Sarah’s father? Why do you think they intimidate him?

• Why is father burying the money instead of using it to pay for supplies?

• Why won’t Sarah’s father tell her where he has buried the money? Will this prove to be beneficial if something happens to father?

• Are valuables worth your life?

• Why didn’t father just keep quiet about being on the British side? Why instead did he speak his mind and let everyone know the side he was on?

Chapter 4:

• Do you feel as though the colonists should be on the British side since the British were basically their parents creating the colonies?

• What side of the war is Chad on? How can you tell?

• Why would father tear Common Sense into pieces?

• Does father respect the beliefs of Chad or the Patriots?

• Why do you think Chad and David decided to enlist in the army?

• What is father’s reaction to Chad’s news?

• What does father mean when he says that Chad will live off the country? How will this cause hatred among the colonists?

• Who are Hessian soldiers?

• Why won’t father give Chad his gun?

• How does Sarah feel about Chad’s leaving?

• How is it the law’s fault that Sarah’s family lost everything?

• Why did Sarah begin to think about witchcraft after seeing Mrs. Ryder?

Chapter 5:

• What causes father to not be interested in what the Preacher Cleghorn has to say in church anymore?

• What is the different between a revolution and a civil war?

• Why is father thinking about not sending Sarah to school? Do you think he has a right to keep her at home?

• What happened to father’s horses and five other families while they were at church?

Chapter 6:

• What happened to the stolen horses from church?

• What are some ways Sarah’s family made some money?

• Why do you think Sarah’s father is so against her going to school?

• Why does father say, “It is good in stressful times to hear the music of these words?”

• Why is it hard for Sarah’s father to remember the music of the words because of Quarme, Purdy, or Ben Birdsall?

• Do you think father should forgive the men, since he is a Christian?

• What do you think will happen with the men on horses?

• What do you think is going through Sarah and her father’s minds as they look and listen outside?

• Why do you think Sarah’s father was so eager to speak his mind when he was in danger? Would it have been better for him to go with the majority rather than stand apart?

• Why did Sarah mention that Chad was a Patriot off fighting the war?

• What did the men do to Sarah’s farm and animals?

• Why do you think they tarred and feathered Sarah’s father?

Chapter 7:

• Why didn’t the neighbors all help Sarah with the fire?

• What would you have done if you were a neighbor to Sarah and saw the fire coming?

• Describe Sarah’s father’s condition.

• Describe the scene at Sarah’s house.

• What feelings and emotions do you think are going through Sarah’s mind at this time?

• Do you think Sarah and her father deserved the fate they were now handed just because they weren’t Patriots?

Chapter 8:

• Where does Sarah get a job?

• What is Sarah’s motivation for working at the tavern? Do you agree with her?

• What causes the rebels to shout and wave their hats at and around the tavern?

• Describe the stance the Lion and the Lamb tavern has on the war?

• Do you think Sarah will find out information about her brother Chad?

Chapter 9:

• Why do you think the soldiers and officers weren’t interested in peace? Do you think you would want peace if you were in the same situation?

• Many soldiers didn’t think they would be killed in battle, why do you think they had this attitude? Is it a good attitude to have?

• Do you think Sarah’s message will get to Chad? Why?

• How do you think the people around Brooklyn Fort are feeling about the battle?

• Sarah’s is called a pretty picture by one of the new farm girls, what do you think is going through her mind after hearing these words?

• How are the Hessians and British different in their actions at the tavern?

• What new role does Sarah take on at the tavern and how does this help her to learn about Chad?

• Why is Sarah hopeful when she hears that Chad might be a prisoner? Would you want a family member to be a prisoner in this situation?

Chapter 10:

• What does Sarah hope to accomplish in New York City?

• Why didn’t Mr. Pennywell want anyone to feel as though the tavern was connected with rebels?

• Why do you think Sarah’s heart sank when she found out that Chad’s name wasn’t on the prisoner’s list?

• On the other hand, why did Sarah feel like shouting when she found out Chad had been captured?

• How can Sarah go about talking to Chad?

• Do you think the officer will actually use the money to help Chad? Why or why not?

Chapter 11:

• What causes Sarah to run out of the hotel?

• What do you think is going through Sarah’s mind when she realizes she has to jump from the window to get away from the fire?

• What was actually burning?

• Describe what the men with blackened faces were doing at the scene of the fire? Why do you think they were doing this?

• Why do you think Sarah picked up the knife?

• What consequence will Sarah have to pay for picking up the knife?

Chapter 12:

• Why is Sarah so concerned about her money and Major Stirling’s letter?

• Describe what Sarah must be feeling as she is brought in front of Captain Cunningham.

• Why does Captain Cunningham feel Sarah ripped into the buckets of water?

• Why do you think Lieutenant Stone had lied about Sarah?

• Why do you think the three women with Sarah in the wagon would say she was running around with the knife? How will it benefit them?

• What do you think will happen to Sarah?

Chapter 13:

• Do you think the officer is genuinely sorry he made the mistake about Chad’s whereabouts? Why?

• Why did the officer give Sarah back her money and why is he allowing her to go and see Chad?

• Describe the setting in the boat heading to the prisoner ship.

• Describe David Whitlock.

• Why is Sarah so lost and alone now?

• How has the war destroyed Sarah and her family?

• What do you think Sarah will do now?

Chapter 14:

• Why do you think Sarah jumps overboard?

• Even though she does not know how to swim, do you think her will power will help her to survive?

• Is Sarah acting as a fool? Why do you think so?

• Why do you think the man encourages Sarah to stay the night rather than wander off alone?

• What kind of questions do you think Mrs. Pennywell was asking Sarah?

• Describe how you feel Sarah is feeling at this time.

Chapter 15:

• Why does Sarah want to wash away everything? Why is she unable to wash away her memories and her fear?

• Do you think Mrs. Pennywell is right in saying that Sarah could have convinced them at her trial that she wasn’t guilty? Why?

• Why does Sarah feel so much anger?

• What kind actions is Mr. Pennywell showing Sarah and why does she want to leave now?

• What do you think is going through Sarah’s mind when she sees the soldiers she escaped from?

• Why can’t Sarah come out of her hiding place?

• Do you think the soldiers will discover Sarah? Why?

Chapter 16:

• Why did Sarah chose to leave since the soldiers obviously hadn’t found her in the tavern?

• What does it mean that people are squatting in the ruins at Sarah’s house?

• How does Mrs. Jessop say the Bible will help Sarah?

• Why does Sarah get so angry when Mrs. Jessop says the Bible will protect her from evil?

• Describe the scene with Mrs. Jessop and Sarah.

• Do you think Sarah will ever feel love for her enemies? Do you think she should?

• Why does Sarah choose to rip out the page from the Bible and throw it in the fire?

Chapter 17:

• Where does Sarah mean she is going when she says, beyond?

• Why did the ferryman offer Sarah a musket? Do you think it will be a good companion for her?

• Sarah seems to be running out of money, what do you think she will need to do to survive?

• What do you think the ferryman means when he says, “The British have a bloody war on their hands. They’re far too busy to be running around looking for a girl?” Do you think he is right in saying this?

• If you were in the same situation as Sarah, what emotions would be going through your mind?

Chapter 18:

• Describe Sarah’s experience at the Golden Arrow tavern. Do you think she will be staying long? Why?

• Why does Sarah choose to leave after only one day at the Golden Arrow? Do you think she made the right move?

• How does Sarah earn money at the wig shop? Would you do the same thing to survive?

Chapter 19:

• Is the Sam Goshen right when he says that Sarah seems fearful? What actions is Sarah showcasing to show she is fearful?

• Describe Sam Goshen’s actions towards Sarah. What does this show about his character?

• Why does Sam Goshen get so controlling over Sarah?

• What emotions and feelings do you think were going through Sarah’s mind when Sam Goshen grabbed her arm?

Chapter 20:

• What does the black girl at the tavern remind Sarah of?

• Do you think Sarah should tell the black girl about the wanted poster?

• How are Sarah and the black girl similar?

• Why does the black girl say “That’s close,” when she hears that Sarah read about her at the Lion and Lamb Tavern?

• Why does Sarah say, “I want to stand up and shoot somebody?” Who is she referring to and why?

• Why does Sarah want to trade places with the girl?

• Do you think the wilderness is a good place for Sarah to run to? Why?

• Do you agree with Sarah when she says that she has fled far enough?

Chapter 21:

• What does Sarah purchase at the Thomas Morton and Son shop? How will these items be beneficial for her?

• Why does Mr. Morton ask about Sarah’s musket? Does he have a right to ask her about it?

• Why does Sarah try to avoid Sam Goshen?

• Where do you think the black girl was heading to when she passed Sarah on the road? Do you think they should have paired up to help each other?

• Do you think the British will come looking for Sarah in the wilderness?

• Describe what Sarah sees as she is walking to the wilderness.

• Where does Sarah find a place to rest? Do you think this is a good place for her?

Chapter 22:

• Describe the setting of the cave.

• Sarah realizes that people had lived in the cave at one time, do you think they will be coming back? Why?

• Why does Sarah decide to settle in the cave?

• Describe what Sarah does to make the cave more livable for her?

• What is Sarah’s relationship with the small white bat?

Chapter 23:

• Even though Sarah has so much to do, why does she get in a panic and do nothing? Have you ever been so overwhelmed that instead of doing something, you did nothing?

• Describe how Sarah gets food.

• Sarah didn’t enjoy dealing with the deer back on the farm, but she has no hard feelings when she kills one in the wilderness. Why do you think this is the case?

• Describe how Sarah gets meat.

• How is the white bat company for Sarah? If you were all alone in the wilderness would you want to find a pet to keep as a companion? Why?

• How can Sarah lose track of the days? How does she eventually decide to keep track of each day?

Chapter 24:

• What do you think goes through Sarah’s mind when she sees the Indian standing right outside of the cave?

• Why do you think the Indian held up his hands to Sarah to show he was not holding a weapon?

• What is the significance of the Indian showing Sarah the paper?

• What does the Indian claim is his and why?

• Do you think the Indian will return and does Sarah have any reason to be worried?

Chapter 25:

• Describe what Sarah does to the opening of the cave.

• Why does Sarah decide to build a door on the cave? Do you think a door will draw more attention to someone living in the cave? Why?

• What game does the bat play with Sarah? How could this be amusing to her?

• What name does Sarah give to the bat? Why do you think she names it?

Chapter 26:

• Describe the Longknife family.

• What do you think John Longknife was ill at ease coming to Sarah’s house.

• Why do you think Sarah invited the Longknifes in to her house, even though they were strangers?

• Should Sarah have given her name to the Longknife family? Why?

• Do you think the Longknifes will come back and help Sarah to build a canoe in the spring? Why?

• How did the Longknifes help Sarah to prepare for the upcoming winter?

• How do you think Sarah is feeling when the Longknifes leave?

• Why has Sarah now began looking forward to each day?

• What about Sarah has changed since losing her father and brother?

• What had caused the war and terrors to fade in Sarah’s memory? Do you think she is finally safe? Why?

Chapter 27:

• Describe Sarah’s hunting experience now that the snow has fallen.

• What metal object does Sarah see in the snow?

• How did the muskrat remind Sarah of herself?

• Why did Sarah take the muskrat home with her? What does this tell you about her character?

• What does Sarah discover chiseled on the trap that gives her a scare?

• Do you think Sam Goshen will discover where Sarah is living? How could this prove to be a bad sign for Sarah?

Chapter 28:

• Who does Sarah see when she is out walking in the snow? What state is he in?

• Sarah states that there is no way to tell how she felt when she saw Sam Goshen, what do you think she was feeling?

• What do you think Sarah should do with Sam?

• Why is it ironic that Sam was caught in his own bear trap?

• What causes Sarah to turn around and go back to Sam?

• Why do you think Sam didn’t recognize Sarah?

• How does Sarah help Sam?

• Why do you think Sarah walks away when Sam is freed from the trap? What causes her to go back to him?

• Why do you think Sarah ultimately takes Sam back to the cave with her? What does this tell you about her character?

Chapter 29:

• Why does Sarah build the fire for Sam in the far end of the cave, away from hers?

• Why do you think Sam has an attitude with Sarah that makes her feel as though it was his fault?

• What does Sam mean when he says to Sarah, “You want to be shut of me, I can see plain enough?”

• Why do you think Sarah keeps her knife hidden and carries her musket around with her all the time around Sam Goshen?

• Why do you think Sarah pours all of the charge and powder from Sam’s gun and then ultimately hides it? How will this benefit her?

• What annoys Sarah about having to feed Sam? How would you feel if you were in the same situation?

• Why does Sarah mention that John Longknife is coming back tonight even though she knows he won’t be back until spring?

• Why do you think Sam seems a bit uneasy knowing that an Indian may be coming to the cave today? Did Sarah make him feel the way she wanted him to? Explain.

Chapter 30:

• Describe the stories Sarah is reading from the Bible to Sam?

• Why does Sarah choose to read the story about Jael and Sisera?

• Why does Sarah throw Sam’s crutch in the fire?

• Why did Sarah try to get the muskrat to leave and go out into the wilderness? Why do you think it chose to stay?

• Who do you think Sam thinks took his gun? Why?

• Sarah claims that she was scared the entire time Sam Goshen was in the cave, why do you think she felt this way?

• Do you think Sam Goshen will return or did Sarah’s actions and stories scare him off for good?

Chapter 31:

• How has Sarah’s life changed since her father used to read her the stories from the Bible as a child?

• What hardships is Sarah facing?

• Why does Sarah decide to risk the chance of the British seeing her and going into Ridgeford? Do you think she is making the right decision?

• Why does Sarah feel calm when she looks over the notice on the wall in the tavern and doesn’t notice her up there? Do you think she is completely safe now?

• Sarah stills feel uneasy about sleeping in the tavern, do you think she should feel this way? Why?

Chapter 32:

• Why does Sarah hurry in and out of the tavern when she is carrying bread?

• What supplies does Sarah buy at the Morton’s store? Do you think these supplies will be enough to help her survive?

• Why do the Morton’s have more tea now at their store?

• Why does Sarah chose to give a false name to Mr. Morton? Was this a smart move on her part? Why?

• What do you think was going through Sarah’s mind when she found out that there was a notice for her at the tavern around Christmastime?

• What do you think Mr. Morton will do thinking that she is Sarah Bishop?

• What does it tell you about Mr. Morton knowing that he tore down the notice about Sarah and burned it?

• Why do you think Mr. Morton is so inquisitive about Sarah’s life?

• What does Mr. Morton mean when he says, “Fear is something that encourages people to harm thee. Fear causes hatred?” Is Sarah experiencing any of these feelings?

• Where does Mr. Morton invite Sarah? Why do you think he is interested in her?

• What does Mr. Morton offer to do for Sarah once the British leave? Why is Mr. Morton so kind and caring towards Sarah? Do you think she will begin to trust him?

Chapter 33:

• Why does Sarah make slash marks on the trees she passes from Ridgeford?

• Describe spring coming into the wilderness.

• Why does Sarah have mixed feelings when the muskrat swims away?

• What causes Sarah to give up on the idea of killing the bear?

• What new skills do the Longknifes teach to Sarah while they are staying with her?

• What does Sarah send with the Longknifes to give to Mr. Morton? Why does she do this?

• Why was Isaac Morton put in jail? Is it right to stand up for what you believe in even if it means going to jail?

• What does it mean that Isaac Morton has a fire inside himself?

• Why do you think Sarah is sad to see the Longknifes leave her?

Chapter 34:

• How did Sarah get bitten by the cooperhead?

• What information does Sarah know about cooperhead snakes?

• How does Sarah feel after she is bitten? What do you think will happen to her?

• What does Sarah need to do to her hand to get the poison out?

• Why does Sarah go back to the cave instead of trying to make it to Ridgeford?

• Why was Sarah more afraid of the British than the cooperhead snake bite?

• Describe Sarah’s dream. Why do you think she experienced this?

• What does Sarah intend to do with the snake when she is feeling better? Do you think it is right to kill something even though it was just defending itself?

Chapter 35:

• How did the Longknifes help Sarah to feel better?

• What message did Mr. Morton send to Sarah? Do you think she will take him up on the offer?

• How are the Quakers like Indians?

• What is currently happening in the war?

• Why do you think Sarah decided to go to the meeting Mr. Morton invited her to? Do you think she is making the right move?

• Why do you think Sarah’s name is being said and then shouted at the store?

• What does Mr. Morton believe about witches?

• Do you think it is acceptable for Sarah to be carrying the musket with her to church? Why?

• What do you think Sarah wonders about witches?

Chapter 36:

• What does Mr. Morton do about his slaves? Why do you think he has done this?

• What do you think Sarah feels about Mr. Morton letting go of his slaves?

• Why does Sarah feel as though all of Thomas Morton’s words are meant for her even though he is not directly addressing her?

• Why does Sarah decide to leave the meeting? Do you think she is doing the right thing?

• Who do you think reaches out to grab Sarah as she is leaving the meeting and what will they do with her?

Chapter 37:

• What do you think Sarah is feeling when she realizes a British soldier is asking to speak to her?

• What type of protection do you think Constable Hawkins is willing to give to Sarah?

• What do you think the people in the town would want to do to Sarah?

• Describe the women’s conversation about witches.

• Do you think Isaac Morton brought Sarah with to the meeting to cause trouble? Explain.

• What causes Sarah to shoot the gun through the roof? Is this a smart move?

• What do you think Isaac Morton is doing at the mill house?

Chapter 38:

• Do you feel as though Constable Hawkins is really on Sarah’s side? What gives you this impression?

• Why does Isaac Morton fear for Sarah?

• Why doesn’t Thomas Morton like Sarah?

• What side of the war is Thomas Morton on?

• What causes Thomas Morton to begin to think that Sarah might be a witch?

• Do the people of Ridgeford have any proof that Sarah is a witch? Do you think they need proof to hurt her?

• How do the people of Ridgeford harm people that are presumed to be witches?

• What do you think Sarah and Isaac will speak about at the meeting tomorrow?

• What do you think Sarah should say at the meeting?

Chapter 39:

• What advice does Isaac give to Sarah about speaking at the meeting? Do you feel as though this is good advice?

• What do the people of Ridgeford charge Sarah with?

• What does Sarah tell to the men who are accusing her of being a witch? Do you think she is effective in her speech?

• Why do you think Sarah froze up when she was asked about living alone?

• What does Sam Goshen say about his time with Sarah in the cave?

• Who decides to testify on Sarah’s behalf and why?

• Why do you feel Sarah couldn’t find the strength to flee?

• How is the situation with Sarah being a witch similar to the situation with her picking up the knife after the fire?

Chapter 40:

• Why do you think Thomas Morton chooses not to listen to his own son’s ideas?

• Describe what Isaac Morton says on Sarah’s behalf.

• Do you feel as though the men are giving Sarah an honest and fair trial? Explain.

• Why does Thomas Morton feel it is raining? Is he right?

• Why does Thomas Morton feel he has more proof that Sarah is a witch?

• Why did Isaac Morton ask the post rider about dryness and sickness along the track he came on? How will this benefit Sarah?

• Why won’t Thomas Morton condemn Sarah anymore in Ridgeford?

• Why does Sarah stick to her will and say that she wouldn’t leave Long Pond even if the men did condemn her? Should she find a new place to live? Why or why not?

Chapter 41:

• What does the saying mean, “An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth?” How does this relate to Sarah’s feelings towards her father’s killers, the British, and the cooperhead snake?

• Why do you feel Sarah decides to come to another meeting with Isaac?

• Why didn’t Sarah stop to read the notice the Hessian put up? What do you think it had on it?

• Why did Sarah decide not to harm the cooperhead even though she wanted to get revenge on it?

• Why do you think Sarah is now looking at friendly lights in the Ridgeford village? Do you think they are truly friendly towards her?

• How did Sarah change throughout the course of the text?

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