Captain Martin's Principles and War Impact

The transcript presents a debate on the American colonies' struggle for independence. It highlights the tension between the desire for self-governance and the fear of war. Captain Benjamin Martin expresses his reluctance to fight due to personal responsibilities, while others argue for independence through war. The discussion also touches on the generational divide in perspectives on war and principles.

What is Captain Martin's view on replacing a distant tyrant with local ones?

• He has no opinion on the matter.

• He supports the idea.

• He thinks it would be less oppressive.

• He believes it could be equally oppressive.

How does Captain Martin feel about the American colonies governing themselves?

• He believes they should remain under British rule.

• He believes they are not ready for self-governance.

• He is undecided on the matter.

• He thinks they can and should govern themselves.

What past event is used to question Captain Martin's current stance on war?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Wilderness campaign

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Battle of Yorktown

What does Mr. Middleton say about Captain Martin's character?

• He thinks he is unreliable.

• He believes he is a coward.

• He would trust him with his life.

• He questions his bravery.

What is highlighted as a measure of British resolve?

• Their naval power

• Their economic strength

• Their repeated advances at Bunker Hill

• Their diplomatic efforts

Why does Captain Martin refuse to fight in the war?

• He believes the war is unjust.

• He is concerned about his family's well-being.

• He fears for his own safety.

• He supports British rule.

What does Captain Martin say about the impact of war on the community?

• It will have minimal impact on civilians.

• It will occur among their homes and affect everyone.

• It will be fought on distant battlefields.

• It will only affect soldiers.

What decision is made regarding the levy?

• It is rejected.

• It is passed unanimously.

• It is passed with a majority vote.

• It is postponed.

What is Captain Martin's son's stance on enlisting?

• He waits for his father's approval.

• He is undecided about enlisting.

• He refuses to enlist.

• He enlists without permission.

How does Captain Martin's son view his father's principles?

• He thinks his father hides behind them.

• He is indifferent to them.

• He believes they are outdated.

• He admires them.