49 pages • 1 hour read
Seymour ReitBehind Rebel Lines: The Incredible Story of Emma Edmonds, Civil War Spy
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1988A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
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Who is James Vesey? How does he influence Emma’s decision to become a spy?
Comment on women’s traditional roles during the Civil War era. What functions would they perform for the war effort?
On several occasions, luck intervenes on Emma’s behalf. Pick two examples and discuss them.
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