The Night The Revolution Began
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Many people in the colonies had boycotted British tea rather than pay the hated tax. To boycott something is to
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Refuse to buy it
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Recommend it
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Re-use it
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The book 'The Night The Revolution Began' is a very interesting read that takes us back in time. You get to get behind the book and into the interestingly fun story of Peter and his friends. What can you remember about this book? Take the quiz and find out. Have fun!
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The "Mohawks" fell into line and marched to the music of a fife. A fife is like a
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Flute
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Drum
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Piano
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A. FluteExplanation
The correct answer is flute. A flute is a musical instrument similar to a fife, which is a small, high-pitched wind instrument. Both the flute and the fife produce sound by blowing air across a hole or opening. In the given sentence, it is mentioned that the "Mohawks" marched to the music of a fife, indicating that they were following the sound produced by a fife, which is similar to a flute.Rate this question:
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Why did some men take extra special care in disguising themselves?
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Some men were important people who could be arrested if they were recognized.
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They were vain men, and really cared about their appearance.
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They took extra care in disguising themselves, because their leader had told them to.
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A. Some men were important people who could be arrested if they were recognized.Explanation
Some men took extra special care in disguising themselves because they were important people who could be arrested if they were recognized. This suggests that these individuals had a high social status or were involved in activities that were considered illegal or controversial. By disguising themselves, they aimed to avoid detection and protect their identity, ensuring their safety and freedom from potential consequences.Rate this question:
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Why did the colonists want to get rid of all the tea in the ships?
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The colonists were angry because the British were taxing them without giving them a voice in the decisions.
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The colonists wanted to get rid of all the tea, because they did not like the British tea.
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The colonists were angry because the British would not allow them to sell American tea in England.
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A. The colonists were angry because the British were taxing them without giving them a voice in the decisions.Explanation
The colonists wanted to get rid of all the tea in the ships because they were angry about the British taxation without representation. This means that the British were imposing taxes on the colonists without allowing them to have a say in the decision-making process. As a form of protest, the colonists decided to dump the tea into the harbor to show their discontent with the British policies.Rate this question:
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Why were the men and boys smearing their faces with coal dust and red paint?
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They wanted to blend in with their surroundings
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They needed to disguise themselves
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They wanted the Indians to take the blame
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A. They needed to disguise themselvesExplanation
The men and boys were smearing their faces with coal dust and red paint because they needed to disguise themselves. This suggests that they wanted to hide their true identities and appear different from how they normally look. By doing so, they could potentially avoid being recognized or identified by others.Rate this question:
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Peter wasn't a rope maker's apprentice for nothing. An apprentice is someone who
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Is learning a trade
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Can escape easily
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Sells goods at market
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A. Is learning a tradeExplanation
An apprentice is someone who is learning a trade. In this context, the statement "Peter wasn't a rope maker's apprentice for nothing" suggests that Peter has gained valuable skills and knowledge in the trade of rope making. It implies that Peter's expertise and proficiency in rope making are a result of his apprenticeship, indicating that he has learned the trade well.Rate this question:
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The Boston Tea Party was an act of defiance. An act of defiance is an act of
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Celebration
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Generosity
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Disobedience
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A. DisobedienceExplanation
The Boston Tea Party was an act of defiance because the colonists deliberately disobeyed the British government's authority by dumping tea into the Boston Harbor. This act was a protest against the Tea Act, which imposed unfair taxes on the colonists without their consent. By engaging in this act of disobedience, the colonists were expressing their refusal to accept the British government's control and asserting their own independence and rights.Rate this question:
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What had happened to the tea in South Carolina?
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It had been left to rot.
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It had been sent to London.
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It had been put into dry storage.
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A. It had been left to rot.Explanation
The correct answer is "It had been left to rot." This suggests that the tea in South Carolina was not properly stored or taken care of, leading to its decay or spoilage.Rate this question:
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Many well-known citizens had come along as lieutenants to direct the action. A lieutenant is
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An Englishman
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A military officer
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A British soldier
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A. A military officerExplanation
A lieutenant is a military officer. In this context, the sentence states that many well-known citizens had come along as lieutenants to direct the action. This implies that these individuals were appointed as military officers to lead and guide the operation. Therefore, the correct answer is "a military officer."Rate this question:
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Where did Peter go first?
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A blacksmith's shop
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Griffin's Warf
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A rope maker's shop
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A. A blacksmith's shopExplanation
Peter went to a blacksmith's shop first.Rate this question:
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What did Peter use to sneak out of his master's house?
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Clothing
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Ropes
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Blankets
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A. BlanketsExplanation
Peter used blankets to sneak out of his master's house. Blankets can be used as a disguise or camouflage to blend into the surroundings, making it easier for Peter to escape without being noticed. He could wrap himself in the blankets and move stealthily, avoiding detection from his master or anyone else in the house. This would provide him with a covert means of leaving without raising suspicion.Rate this question:
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Why did William Gray lock his apprentice Peter Slater upstairs in his room?
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Peter was always trying to run away
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Gray wanted no part in the trouble
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Gray thought Peter should get some rest
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A. Gray wanted no part in the troubleExplanation
Gray locked his apprentice Peter Slater upstairs in his room because he wanted to distance himself from any trouble that Peter might cause. By locking Peter away, Gray ensured that he would not be involved in any potential problems or mischief that Peter could get into.Rate this question:
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Why was the three-cent tax on a pound of tea a symbol of British tyranny?
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The British wanted to tax the colonists but they refused to let the colonists have a voice in Parliament.
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The British wanted to tax the colonists but they refused to let the colonists have a voice in Congress.
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The British wanted to tax the colonists but they refused to let the colonists run for office.
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A. The British wanted to tax the colonists but they refused to let the colonists have a voice in Parliament.Explanation
The three-cent tax on a pound of tea was seen as a symbol of British tyranny because the British wanted to impose taxes on the colonists without giving them representation in Parliament. This meant that the colonists had no say in the decisions being made about their taxation, which they viewed as a violation of their rights and a form of oppression.Rate this question:
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Why did the "Sons of Liberty" take great care not to disturb anything on board the ships?
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They did not want to be blamed for anything except the tea.
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They did not want the ship people to be disturbed and take the blame for what they did.
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The "Sons of Liberty" tried not to disturb anything on board the ships, so that the King couldn't blame them.
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A. They did not want to be blamed for anything except the tea.Explanation
The "Sons of Liberty" took great care not to disturb anything on board the ships because they did not want to be held responsible for any damage or theft, except for the tea. By ensuring that nothing else was disturbed, they could maintain their focus on protesting the tea tax imposed by the British government. This way, they could avoid any additional blame or accusations from the authorities.Rate this question:
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What surprised the "Sons of Liberty" about the evening's activities in Boston Harbor?
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They were surprised that only the tea had gone overboard.
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They were surprised that so many people stood around the docks watching them, but not doing anything to stop them.
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They were surprised that the admiral in charge of the British fleet had not tried to stop them.
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A. They were surprised that the admiral in charge of the British fleet had not tried to stop them.Explanation
The "Sons of Liberty" were surprised that the admiral in charge of the British fleet had not tried to stop them. This suggests that they expected the admiral to intervene and prevent them from throwing the tea overboard. The fact that the admiral did not take action surprised them, possibly indicating that they underestimated the extent of resistance they would face from the British authorities.Rate this question:
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