Character Reactions and Events Analysis

The transcript narrates a story set around a plot to kill Washington, involving characters like Madam, Lockton, and Ruth. The protagonist navigates through a tense environment, dealing with Madam's fears, market gossip, and the eventual uncovering of the plot. Lockton's escape and the subsequent chaos highlight the turmoil and danger of the time.

Why did the narrator fall asleep during the sermon at Trinity Church?

• The narrator was uninterested in the sermon.

• The church was too warm.

• The narrator was exhausted from spy activities.

• The sermon was too long.

What was the narrator waiting for during the hot days?

• A visit from a friend.

• A letter from home.

• News from Colonel Regan.

• A change in the weather.

Why was only Becky allowed to serve Madam?

• Becky was the only available servant.

• Becky was the best cook.

• Madam feared demons she claimed inhabited Ruth.

• Becky was Madam's favorite.

What was the narrator practicing that felt like a prayer?

• A song.

• A speech.

• A dance.

• A code.

What kind of tales did Becky bring back from the market?

• Gossip about local families.

• News about the king.

• Tales of sea monsters and two-headed calves.

• Stories of new fashion trends.

Who was the unexpected visitor at the kitchen door?

• A neighbor.

• A messenger.

• Colonel Regan.

• Mr. Gold Buttons.

What did Master Lockton and Madam argue about?

• The plot against Washington.

• The weather.

• The household finances.

• Their travel plans.

What did Master Lockton plan to do with his papers?

• Hide them.

• Store them in a safe.

• Burn them.

• Send them to a friend.

What did the soldiers find when they arrived to arrest Master Lockton?

• A hidden room.

• Nothing but ashes.

• A crate of cheese.

• Incriminating papers.

How did Madam react to the news of the conspirators' arrests?

• She was worried about her own safety.

• She was relieved.

• She was happy.

• She was indifferent.