A hero is a person who does something that is courageous
or noble. Write about your hero. Tell me why they made an impression on you, and what you value about that person.
Be sure that this is a well constructed essay. 4-5 paragraphs (5-8 sentences per paragraph).
Friday, May 14, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Underground to Canada Test: Thursday May 6th
Underground to Canada Test Name:__________________
1. Why does Massa (Master) Jeb Hensen not like the slaves singing?
2. When was slavery abolished? Describe what harm slavery does to both the slave and slave owner. Slavery still exists in the world today. Find out where? Is there anything you can do to combat this slavery?
3. Imagine you are chained to the wagon and being forced to walk for days and days. Describe how you would feel.
4. Compare the slave quarters on one plantation with the ones at Massa Hensen's.
5. Where does the word prejudice originate? Find the answer by dividing the word into two parts? Have you ever displayed any kind of prejudice? For example, are you reluctant to taste new food? What are the causes of prejudice?
6. Define the following terms used by the underground railway: a. station b. freight c. dry goods d. hardware e. tracks
7. How does Liza react when she arrives in Canada?
8. Would you prefer to be a poorly treated free person or a well treated slave? Explain your answer.
1. Why does Massa (Master) Jeb Hensen not like the slaves singing?
2. When was slavery abolished? Describe what harm slavery does to both the slave and slave owner. Slavery still exists in the world today. Find out where? Is there anything you can do to combat this slavery?
3. Imagine you are chained to the wagon and being forced to walk for days and days. Describe how you would feel.
4. Compare the slave quarters on one plantation with the ones at Massa Hensen's.
5. Where does the word prejudice originate? Find the answer by dividing the word into two parts? Have you ever displayed any kind of prejudice? For example, are you reluctant to taste new food? What are the causes of prejudice?
6. Define the following terms used by the underground railway: a. station b. freight c. dry goods d. hardware e. tracks
7. How does Liza react when she arrives in Canada?
8. Would you prefer to be a poorly treated free person or a well treated slave? Explain your answer.
Walk Two Moons Test- Thursday May.6th
Why does Sal resent Margaret Cadaver? What emotional breakthrough helps her overcome that resentment? Why is this breakthrough so crucial?
Describe Gram and Gramps. Why are they so important to Sal? In what ways is she like them, and in what ways is she different?
Why, according to Sal, is she taking the trip to Lewiston with her grandparents? What deeper reasons lie behind her stated reasons?
Describe Gram and Gramps. Why are they so important to Sal? In what ways is she like them, and in what ways is she different?
Why, according to Sal, is she taking the trip to Lewiston with her grandparents? What deeper reasons lie behind her stated reasons?
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