Divided Loyalties

What is a good summary of "Divided Loyalties"?

• "Divided Loyalties" is a play about The Barton Family

• "Divided Loyalties" is a play about the American Revolution and the town of Burlington, NJ

• "Divided Loyalties" is a 3 Act play about The Barton family, their views on the American Revolution and the actions they take based on their views.

• "Divided Loyalties" is a play about how William Barton became a soldier in the Continental Army.

Which of the following statements from the text proves that it is difficult to be a Loyalist in New Jersey at this time?

• “I am shocked that you have been meeting with those rebels and troublemakers.”

• The local farmers refuse to sell to me.”

• British ships have been blockading the harbors so that merchant ships can neither come in nor go out.”

Why did some American Indian nations side with the British during the Revolution? Check all that apply.

• A chief's family was killed by American settlers.

• They hoped to prevent Americans from taking more land.

• They wanted to go to England.

• They were paid to fight.

What is the central theme of 'Divided Loyalties'?

• Family conflicts during the American Revolution

• Economic struggles in colonial America

• Religious differences in early America

• Technological advancements in the 18th century

Which character in 'Divided Loyalties' represents the Loyalist perspective?

• William Barton

• Sarah Barton

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

How does 'Divided Loyalties' portray the impact of war on families?

• It shows families uniting against a common enemy

• It depicts families being torn apart by differing beliefs

• It illustrates families thriving economically

• It portrays families unaffected by the war

What historical event serves as the backdrop for 'Divided Loyalties'?

• The American Revolution

• The Civil War

• The Industrial Revolution

• The War of 1812

In 'Divided Loyalties', what is the main conflict faced by the Barton family?

• Choosing between supporting the British or the American cause

• Deciding whether to move to a new country

• Choosing a new religion

• Deciding on a family business

Which of the following best describes the setting of 'Divided Loyalties'?

• A small town in New Jersey during the American Revolution

• A bustling city in England

• A rural village in France

• A plantation in the Southern colonies

What role does Sarah Barton play in 'Divided Loyalties'?

• A mediator trying to keep the family together

• A soldier fighting for the British

• A spy for the American forces

• A merchant trading goods