standing in the open their arms in the air with a ring of militia and red coats standing guard muskets at the ready I thought this was important because it was interesting.

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but surely all those supplies can't be for us she explained once she had a look at all the provisions.  You can use what your family requires and offer some to others you know who might be in need.  I think this was a good passage to pick because it goes to show how grateful everyone was back then

Start of Chapter 9,  1st paragraph

Ma! I screamed at the top of my lungs. As I spurred my horse to race towards her, she dropped the basket she was holding and ran to me.  I thought this was a good passage because it was deep.