Action and Rhyme in a Poem about a Female Civil War Hero
Question 6 • GA-English Language Arts 8
Read the excerpt from the poem "Barbara Frietchie.”A shade of sadness, a blush of shame,Over the face of the leader came;The nobler nature within him stirredTo life at that woman’s deed and word:"Who touches a hair of yon gray headDies like a dog! March on!” he said.
Answer
A
He is worried that Barbara will retaliate against them.
B
He wants Barbara to continue spreading her message.
C
He realizes that Barbara is an innocent woman.
D
He wants to move through the town without distraction.