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Novel Test Chains Short Answer/Multiple Choice Some of the questions will be MC in format, other SA. The questions will be divided into two tests. Each chapter begins with a primary source document. What is the function of the primary source document in this situation?What may be some of the advantages of the narrator‘s point of view in the novel chains?What does Isabel take from the house before Mr. Robert takes the girls to be sold? Why does she take these? On pages 39 and 40 Curzon makes the following comment, “New York is a ball tossed between the Loyalist and Patriots. Right now the Patriots hold it.“ What does the statement reveal? What mood does it create?In chapter 14 on page 89 there is a “. “Cut off a vine and it will grow back… You must pull it out of the ground and burn it to ensure it is dead. “What is the deeper meaning of this quote and how does it connect with the theme of rebellion?In chapter 20 the citizens pull down a statue of King George. Why might Isabel take a piece of the statue? What might it represent to her?After finding out that Ruth has been sold, Isabel escapes to the Patriot camp. Why does Colonel Reagan refused to protect Isabel?What does Madam really hope to accomplish by branding Isabel with the I for insolence?We have mentioned the importance of grandfather as a character in our zoom lessons. What might grandfather be trying to teach Isabel at the water pump?In part two, what is Curzon’s new role in the war now? Why does he have this responsibility? And how does he feel about his role?On page 182 Isabel makes the comment, “I was chained between two nations. “What is the deeper meaning of her comment?In chapters 31 through 33 there is a lot of focus on the fire and what happens afterwards. The next few questions will be about that.What does Lady Seymour want to save from the fire? Why are these items significant?What does Isabel leave behind in order to save Lady Seymour? What does Isabel’s sacrifice say about her character?What happens to Mama seeds? How are they symbolic of Isabel and recent events?In chapter 34 the author includes Isabel’s internal debate as she is traveling to the prison. Why does the author do this and how is it effective?Why is Isabel willing to carry messages between the soldiers in prison and their commander?Why does the shopkeeper give Isabel Common Sense? What does he really want her to do with it or as a result of having it?Isabel has a short flashback at the beginning of chapter 38. How is it effective? What does it reveal?What realization does Isabel have as she is walking around on Christmas? How does this realization impact her?What does Sarah name her baby? How could her decision be considered hypocritical? Think about the king and the future first presidents’ names. My husband what you to ponder this… Why do you think George Washington’s parents named him George?In chapter 40 what does lady Seymour reveal to Isabel? How does Isabel feel about her confession?In chapter 42 Isabel compares Curzon’s experience in prison with lady Seymour‘s illness. How are they similar?Why does Isabel believe the book Common Sense is dangerous?Isabel’s mother gave her inner strength. Her father gave her the ability to fight. Interpret the following quotes, “and then came the sound of a distant roar, like a lion just sprung from a trap.” Now think about this quote on page 11. “Papa fought like a lion when they came for him, the strongest lion, roaring… And then there was lion’s blood on the ground mixed with the dust like the very earth was bleeding.“ Why is the author comparing both Poppa and Isabel to Lions?On the night of the Queen’s ball, Isabel has the strength to break free and run. What are two motivators that give her this inner strength?What does Isabel’s scar symbolize to her now?Why does Isabel take care of Lady Seymour one last time? How does Lady Seymour show her appreciation and friendship?In chapter 45 and according to Isabel, who helps her row the two miles of water to New Jersey? How is this “help“ symbolic?What does Isabel mean when she tells Curzon they have just crossed the “River Jordan “?What “chains “ does Isabel break free from in the novel?QUOTES – REVIEW NEXT PAGENovel Test Chains QUOTESThe following quotes are used in the novel chains. All of them will appear on your test. You will need to determine this speaker. Each speaker only has ONE quote.Speakers: Isabel, Ruth, Madam Lockton, Master Lockton, Curzon, Becky, Grandfather, Colonel Reagan, Private Dibdin, Lady SeymourQuotes:“You ain’t ever going to say something like that again, not in my kitchen. I get paid decent here, and I won’t let some girl like you get in the way of that. ““I command you to stay here… This is your duty and you will obey me. ““Finish those cookies, please, and drink a second glass of milk. You can’t run errands for me unless properly nourished. ““The laws bind my hands and my actions you must return with your mistress… Even during the times of war, we must follow the rules of property and civilization. ““If we were free and at home in Rhode Island and these were our sheets our laundry lines and our snow, she’d dance like an angel ““You don’t understand. Everything that stands between you and freedom is the River Jordan. ““No fooling… “And “shhhhh… ““She is a willful girl, Your Honor, with numerous character defects I believe a permanent reminder of this day might prove the appropriate remedy. ““You are a slave, not a person. They will say things in front of you they won’t say in front of other white servants. Because you don’t count to them. It happens all the time to me. ““Who are you to reprimand me, girl… He’s a slave. He will not be treated the same as free men. “ ................
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