8^thGrade English/Language Arts:

1. Students will read the novel Johnny Tremain
    
   1. Students will complete vocabulary activities while reading each chapter.
    
2. Students will answer each of the following questions in complete sentences.

   Chapters 1-5

    
   1. Describe Johnny's position and his behavior in the Lapham household at the beginning of the novel. What does his behavior reveal about his character?
       
   2. What is your opinion of Johnny before the accident? Does your opinion change after the accident? If so, how? If not, why?
       
   3. Evaluate the tactics that the Sons of Liberty use to further their cause. Do you think such tactics are justified? Why or why not?

   Chapters 6-8

    
   1. Explain the British tax on colonial tea. What response is planned by Sam Adams and the other Observers? How does Johnny help implement these plans?
       
   2. What positions in favor of revolution are argued by Sam Adams and James Otis? How does Johnny react to Otis's words?
       
   3. Do you think the Bostonians are justified in their reaction to the tax on tea? Why or why not? Do you think Britain’s response is fair? Explain.

   Chapters 9-12

    
   1. What are some ways that the Patriots prepare for war? How would you describe the mood between Bostonians and the British troops occupying their city?
       
   2. Explain how the Minute Men learn of the British army's actual battle plans. What do these efforts reveal about the Patriot's commitment to independence?
       
   3. Summarize what happens after Johnny finds Rab at Lexington. At the end of the novel, what decision does Johnny make about his future? What does this decision reveal about his values and character?

Web Links:

• Johnny Tremain - Wikipedia
• Teaching ideas from Web English Teacher
• A Johnny Tremain Webquest
• Simple Class Ideas for Johnny Tremain Webquest
• Johnny Tremain Internet Hunt
• Johnny Tremain Study Guide from Glenco
• Johnny Tremain Lesson Plan
• Johnny Tremain Vocabulary