5 Questions
What was the main reason for Reed and Samuel heading down to the river?
To cool off before lunch
How did the sudden change in weather affect Samuel's initial reaction?
He found it refreshing at first, but then became concerned
What type of boats were present at the docks in Natchez?
Steamships, flatboats, and seagoing ships
How did the heavy rain and winds affect the characters?
Their shirtsleeves flapped like sails and they sought shelter
What were Reed and Samuel doing before heading down to the river?
Hauling goods up from the cellar and stocking the shelves
Study Notes
Context and Setting
- Reed and Samuel headed down to the river for an unknown reason
Weather Conditions
- A sudden change in weather occurred, affecting Samuel's initial reaction
- Heavy rain and strong winds were present, impacting the characters
Boats and River
- Various boats were present at the docks in Natchez
Characters' Actions
- Before heading down to the river, Reed and Samuel were doing an unknown activity
Question: In "Surviving Natchez 1," what detail from the text helps compare and contrast the characters of Samuel and the narrator? Description: Test your comprehension of "Surviving Natchez 1" by answering multiple choice questions that require drawing on specific details in the text to compare and contrast characters and events. This quiz is aligned with the Common Core State Standard ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.3.
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