Characters
Problem/Solution
Vocabulary
Relationships
Grab Bag
100
Who are the four main characters in Chains?
Madam Lockton, Isabel, Curzon, and Lady Seymour
100
Problem: When Miss Mary Finch died, what was the biggest problem that Isabel had?
Solution: No one could find the will that supposedly gave Isabel and Ruth freedom.
100
Isabel has pondered many decisions, what does ponder mean?
To think about something
100
Describe Ruth and Isabel's relationship
They were sisters. They loved each other. Isabel cared for and protected Ruth.
100
What is a chamberpot?
A way to go to the bathroom before there was indoor plumbing.
200
What character traits would you use to describe Madam Lockton?
angry, unstable, violent, heartless, cruel
200
Problem: Why didn't Isabel want to spy for the rebels like Curzon asked her to?
Solution: It would be too dangerous and she could get in big trouble if caught.
200
What is a rebellion?
When a person or group of people go against the current person or people in power.
200
How does Isabel feel about Madam Lockton?
She hates her. She thinks she is a mean, horrible person.
200
What is pictured here? How was it important to New York Island?
300
How is Curzon an important character in Chains?
Example Answers: He convinced Isabel to spy. He showed Isabel that she could be independent. He encouraged Isabel. Any that apply are fine.
300
Problem: What was the problem with Madam Lockton's testimony during Isabel's trial?
Solution: She made up lies about what actually happened after she sold Ruth.
300
Isabel did not want to spy because that could be considered treason. What is treason?
To betray your country.
300
How does Mr. Lockton feel about Isabel and Ruth?
He wants to protect them. He would treat them nicer if it wasn't for Madam Lockton.
300
What did Curzon always wear that Isabel could identify him by?
His red hat and his gold earring
400
How did Ruth being "sold" affect Isabel throughout the story?
Example answers: She became very angry. She hated Madam even more. She lost her belief in freedom being a possibility. Any answer that fits is acceptable.
400
Problem: Madam didn't want Isabel going up to the Tea Water Pump for what reason?
Solution: Madam suspected that Isabel was going to the prison and didn't want her to continue to talk to the prisoners.
400
Parliament decided to send more troops to New York to help beat the rebels. Who is Parliament?
Parliament is the law making body in England. It is like Congress in the United States.
400
Curzon and Isabel don't always get along, but in the end she goes back to save him. What does this tell us about their relationship?
They are like a brother and sister. They both truly care about each other.
400
Why were the slaves sent to the Tea Water Pump?
because the water was considered "better" from there
500
What is one major way that Isabel changed from the beginning of the story to the end of the story?
Example Answers: She became more independent. She found a way to be free. She wasn't afraid of Madam anymore.
500
Problem: Why did Isabel go back for Curzon, putting herself in danger as she escaped the Lockton's?
Solution: She felt she had a debt to Curzon for saving her from the stocks and couldn't leave him to die.
500
Isabel has an I, for insolence, branded onto her cheek. What does insolence mean?
cheeky, impertinent, boldness
500
How could you describe Lady Seymour's relationship with Isabel?
She cares about her. She thinks she is special. She wishes she could protect her.
500
What did Miss Mary Finch do with Isabel that she shouldn't have done, especially because she was a slave.
Taught her to read