Understanding Key Events in a Narrative

The transcript describes a day in the life of a servant girl during the American Revolutionary period. It begins with her daily chores and the challenges she faces under the strict supervision of her mistress. As she daydreams about freedom, unexpected visitors arrive, leading to a confrontation and the arrest of her master. The events leave a significant impact on her, prompting reflection on her situation.

What is emphasized as crucial in frustrating a designing enemy?

• Good intelligence

• Strong weapons

• Large armies

• Advanced technology

What does Becky urge the narrator to do upon waking her?

• Clean the house

• Prepare breakfast

• Make haste

• Start the fire

What task does Madam assign to the narrator after sweeping the kitchen?

• Polish the banister

• Prepare the drawing room

• Wash the dishes

• Air the bedding

What does the narrator daydream about while gathering sheets?

• Traveling to Europe

• Gaining freedom and living in a cabin

• Becoming a famous artist

• Owning a large estate

What is the drawing room mistakenly thought to be by the narrator?

• A place for drawing pictures

• A storage room

• A dining area

• A bedroom

Who arrives at the house, causing a commotion?

• A group of merchants

• A group of soldiers and men

• A group of artists

• A group of farmers

What are the soldiers removing from the house?

• Paintings

• Furniture

• Books

• Windows

Why does Bellingham say the lead is needed?

• To build new houses

• To sell for profit

• For ammunition

• For construction

What does Lockton hide that the soldiers are searching for?

• Documents

• Jewelry

• Money

• Weapons

What is Lockton accused of by Bellingham?

• Stealing from the army

• Aiding the enemy

• Hiding weapons

• Smuggling goods