Characters and Events in Historical Context

Samuel and Annie, on a journey to find their parents, encounter signs pointing to Philadelphia and New York. They decide to head to New York, believing their parents might be there. Along the way, they meet Abner McDugle, a tinkerer, who helps them hide from British soldiers. Abner gains their trust, and they share their story with him.

What did the signs on the tree indicate?

• Warnings about wild animals

• Locations of hidden treasures

• Weather forecasts

• Directions to nearby towns

Why did Samuel and Annie decide to go to New York?

• To search for their parents

• To find a safe place to live

• To escape from wild animals

• To join the British army

What did Samuel and Annie take from the farm?

• Carrots

• Potatoes

• Apples

• Corn

Who is Abner McDougle?

• A tinkerer

• A local farmer

• A British soldier

• A school teacher

How did Abner help Samuel and Annie?

• He taught them to read

• He guided them to Philadelphia

• He hid them in his wagon

• He gave them food

What convinced the British soldiers to let Abner pass?

• His knowledge of the area

• His friendly demeanor

• His offer of goods

• His merchant's pass

How did Abner know the soldiers were trouble?

• The dogs' behavior

• The soldiers' uniforms

• The sound of their horses

• The direction they came from

What emotion does Annie express towards the British?

• Admiration

• Fear

• Anger

• Indifference