Understanding Blood on the River CH. 1-4

What is the main setting of the story in Chapters 1-4 of "Blood on the River"?

• A bustling city in England

• A ship traveling to the New World

• A Native American village

• A plantation in the southern colonies

Who is the protagonist of "Blood on the River"?

• Captain John Smith

• Samuel Collier

• Reverend Hunt

• Richard

What is Samuel's status at the beginning of the story?

• A wealthy merchant

• A nobleman's son

• An orphan and street urchin

• A sailor

Why is Samuel chosen to go on the journey to the New World?

• He is a skilled navigator

• He is a servant to Reverend Hunt

• He is a member of the royal family

• He volunteered for the adventure

What is one of the main concerns of the settlers as they prepare for their journey?

• The threat of pirate attacks

• The possibility of running out of supplies

• The fear of getting lost at sea

• The worry about Native American attacks

How does Samuel feel about Captain John Smith at first?

• He admires him greatly

• He is indifferent to him

• He dislikes and distrusts him

• He is afraid of him

What important skill does Captain John Smith teach Samuel?

• How to read and write

• How to fish

• How to defend himself

• How to navigate by the stars

What is the name of the ship that Samuel and the others are traveling on?

• The Mayflower

• The Susan Constant

• The Discovery

• The Godspeed

What is the main goal of the journey to the New World?

• To find gold and riches

• To establish a new colony

• To explore new lands

• To trade with Native Americans

Who is the leader of the expedition to the New World?

• Captain Newport

• Captain John Smith

• Reverend Hunt

• Samuel Collier