L13: Comprehension "Molly Pitcher"

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This narrative nonfiction passage is different from a scientific article because it is structured like a(n)

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What does the phrase commander in chief mean in the sentence from the passage below?
General George Washington was commander in chief of the Continental Army.

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Based on the sentence from the passage below, what conclusion can the reader draw?
Winter at Valley Forge had been bitter cold, but June of 1778 in New Jersey was hotter than anyone could remember.

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What generalization can you make about Molly Pitcher?

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Which sentence from the passage supports the conclusion that Molly risked her life when she brought the troops water?

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A knapsack is something that people use for

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What does the word ramrod mean in the sentence below?
Molly grabbed the long ramrod, plunged it into the barrel of the cannon, and fired it off.

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What conclusion can you draw from General Washington's surprise when he saw Molly firing the cannon?

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What conclusion can you draw about the rank of sergeant in the army?

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How do the earlier events of the passage build up to the ending?