Johnny Tremain Chapter 7 Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is the 'fiddler's bill' in the chapter's title?

It was the bill they paid for dropping the tea into the Boston harbor.

Why do subscriptions to the paper drop so sharply?

Partly because people couldn't afford paper and so many of the Whig's families were leaving the country.

Why does the British soldier knock Rab down with his sword?

He hit him because Rab was touching his musket.

Why does Johnny agree to deliver mail for the British soldiers?

Johnny agreed to deliver mail so he can get valuable information that might help Paul Revere. Signup and view all the answers

Who is General Gage and how does he treat the colonists?

General Gage took over Governor Hutchinson's place. He is neutral and does not have a side. Signup and view all the answers

Boston's port is closed by the British, yet Boston doesn't starve. Why not?

The other colonies and towns started sending them food. Signup and view all the answers

What news does Cilla bring about how things have changed with Dorcas, Mr. Tweedie, and Isannah?

That they left the Laphams' house and now they are living with the Lytes. Signup and view all the answers

How does Johnny keep Lt. Stranger from commandeering Goblin? How do they get along afterwards?

He hung up sheets on the clotheslines because when they blow in the wind Goblin gets scared. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Johnny supposed to keep in touch with Dove? Does he still hate Dove?

So he can get valuable information from Dove about Colonel Smith. Dove is working for Colonel Smith. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Johnny see on his last visit to the Laphams?

He sees Madge with Sergeant Gage and Mr. Tweedie. Signup and view all the answers

When Johnny visits the Lytes house, he sees that Isannah and Cilla are treated differently. How? Why does Johnny slap Isannah?

Lavinia Light treats Isannah well. She doesn't treat Cilla nice; she treats her as a servant. He slaps Isannah because she was hardly wearing any clothes. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Bessie? How does Johnny learn that she isn't a Tory?

Bessie is the Lyte's housekeeper. She isn't a Tory; she tells Johnny that she is a Whig and has been working for Sam Adams for years. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Events and Characters

"Fiddler's Bill": Refers to the expense incurred from the Boston Tea Party, where tea was dumped into the harbor.
Decrease in paper subscriptions: Driven by financial hardships and the emigration of Whig families from Boston.
Conflict with British soldier: Rab is attacked by a soldier for merely touching his musket, reflecting tensions between colonists and British troops.
Johnny's mail delivery for soldiers: He takes this role to gather intelligence for Paul Revere, negotiating extra payment for the service.
General Gage's role: He replaces Governor Hutchinson, remains neutral toward colonists, highlighting the complexity of loyalty during this period.
Food supply in Boston: Even with port closures, Boston received food from surrounding colonies, preventing starvation.
Changes in Lapham family dynamics: Cilla reports that Dorcas, Mr. Tweedie, and Isannah have moved in with the Lytes, while Mr. Tweedie plans to wait for Cilla to mature before proposing marriage.
Interaction with Lt. Stranger: Johnny prevents the soldier from taking Goblin by using sheets to scare the horse; they share a humorous moment and learn about each other.
Relationship with Dove: Johnny maintains contact with Dove for insights about Colonel Smith, despite ongoing animosity.
Last visit to Laphams: Johnny encounters Madge with Sergeant Gage and Mr. Tweedie, noting the social interactions.
Treatment of Isannah vs. Cilla: At the Lyte's house, Isannah is favored while Cilla is treated poorly, prompting Johnny to slap Isannah for her inappropriate state of dress.
Bessie, the housekeeper: A Whig sympathetic to the revolution, she discloses her political views and long-term association with Sam Adams, contrasting with Tory sentiments.

Description

Test your knowledge on Chapter 7 of 'Johnny Tremain' with this quiz. Explore key terms and concepts from the chapter, including historical events and character actions. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the literature.