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My Brother Sam is Dead
Published in 1974, My Brother Sam is Dead is a historical fiction novel, written by James Lincoln Collier and Christopher Collier. The book is based during the American Revolution. It is a Newbery Honor book.
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What is an example of man vs himself in My Brother Sam is Dead?
sam tres to get out of jail for a crime he didnt comit
What are 5 character traits of Life Meeker from the book My Brother Sam is Dead?
- Brave: Life Meeker demonstrates courage in standing up for his beliefs and fighting for what he thinks is right.
- Loyal: He remains steadfast in his loyalty to the British crown and refuses to betray his allegiance despite hardships.
- Stubborn: Life Meeker can be uncompromising in his beliefs, leading to conflict with those who hold opposing views.
- Proud: He takes pride in his British heritage and is unwilling to back down in the face of adversity.
- Resourceful: Life Meeker shows ingenuity and resourcefulness in finding ways to support the British cause during the Revolutionary War.
How did the war affect Redding in the winter of 1776 in My Brother Sam is Dead?
It made a big problem for the people because there wasn't much food because people were stealing it and it made prices go up and up
Why does Annie feel guilty about her dead brother Jimmie?
Annie feels guilty about her brother Jimmie's death because she believes she failed to protect him and wishes she had done more to support him during his struggles. Their relationship was marked by unresolved issues and unspoken words, which intensifies her feelings of regret. This guilt is compounded by her sense of responsibility for his well-being, leading her to reflect on her actions and inactions that she believes may have contributed to his tragic fate.
How old is Tim meeker in My Brother Sam Is Dead?
The book does not specify the exact age of Tim Meeker. But, you picture him to be around 14. His brother Sam is 16 at the beginning of the novel, and Tim is probably a few years or so younger than him.
What is a trainband in My Brother Sam is Dead?
A trainband was a a company of trained militia which organized in various places through the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries. It was basically a trained "band", or group of people
What are some discussion questions for the book My Brother Sam is Dead?
1.Why do you think Betsy was so suspicous about Mr. Heron's letter?
2.Why do you think Sam chose the Patriots when his family are Torys?
3.Tim is stuck between choosing Patriots or Torys for his side? Which side do you think he'll choose?
Is the singer sam brown dead or alive?
Yes she's very much alive, but in her own words her voice is "broken" which I for one am very sad about.
Why does life meeker not like the war in my brother sam is dead?
He doesn't approve of fighting. He fought in war years before the American Revolution and he saw his friends being slaughtered and killed.
What kind of fish does Tim Meeker fish for in the book My Brother Sam is Dead?
Tim meeker doesn't end up going fishing, he just says he is so he can go deliver the letter from Mr. Heron.
Who carries messages from Sam to Timmy in My Brother Sam is Dead?
well i think it might be Sam girlfriend Betsy cause she knows both and can keep a secret.
In My Brother Sam is Dead who are the Platts?
The Platts are there cousin they stop there on the way to sell beef
What is the name of meeker's horse in My Brother Sam is dead?
the horses name is "Grey". It names the name of the horse when they are going to Verplancks Point. :)
My brother sam is dead book what was the result of the court martial?
In the book "My Brother Sam is Dead," the result of the court martial was Sam Meeker being found guilty of spying and sentenced to death by hanging. The court martial ultimately led to Sam's execution.
What is the time period in My Brother Sam is Dead?
The American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783.
The main events of the novel occur during the winter of 1777-1778, when Putnam's Continental's in the Army of the Hudson Highlands were encamped at Reading, CT, which is the setting of the novel.
