Who Is a Hero? Who Is a Traitor?
Why is Benedict Arnold well-known today?
People remember him because he betrayed his country.
TRUE or FALSE: Everyone thought Robin Hood was a gentleman.
FALSE - Some people thought of him as a gentlemen, but others did not like him and thought he was a thief.
The oldest rocks can be found at the ____________ of the canyon.
bottom
(n.) a person who has done something illegal and is running from the law
outlaw
(n.) someone who is not loyal to their country, friends, or beliefs
traitor
With whom did Benedict Arnold correspond and exchange secret information?
Major John Andre
When does the story of Robin Hood take place?
a) The past
b) The present
c) The future
TRUE or FALSE: In a million years, the Grand Canyon will look exactly the same.
FALSE - In a million years, it will be even deeper.
(adj.) causing death, destruction, ruin, or failure
fatal
(n.) the remains of an animal or plant from a long time ago
fossil
One of the first things Benedict Arnold did after joining the Sons of Liberty was work with ________________________ to plan American strategy.
George Washington
TRUE or FALSE: Robin Hood and his Merry Men did not follow the rules of England.
TRUE
Why did the author write this selection?
to teach readers about the Grand Canyon and its rock layers
band
(n.) a group of people who do things together
misconduct
(n.) behavior that is wrong or unacceptable
What event in Benedict Arnold's life foreshadowed his betrayal of America?
He enlisted to fight in the French and Indian War, but he deserted and went home soon after.
Which character was supposed to hunt Robin Hood but instead became his closest friend?
Little John
What happens to a canyon when a river runs through it?
The rocks in the canyon are eroded.
(n.) a battle, fight, or struggle that involves many people
fray
disguise
(n.) something you wear so that others do not know who you are
What are 3 reasons why Benedict Arnold chose to betray America during the Revolutionary War?
1. He was twice accused of misconduct.
2. General Horatio Gates took all of the credit for his victory at the Battle of Saratoga.
3. He believed the American cause was lost - he thought it would be better if the Americans lost the war.
Why is the legend of Robin Hood still so popular today?
The stories about him have been shared many times over many years.
What is radiometric dating and what is it used for?
Radiometric dating measures the amount of radioactive material in a rock. It is used to determine how old rocks are.
controversial
(adj.) causing disagreement because many people have strong opinions about the subject being discussed
(v.) to destroy or wear away something over a long period of time
erode