Free answers to: Descriptive Language and Character: Clara Barton
In this excerpt, the author characterizes Clara’s actions to reveal that Clara
is unwavering in her goal to help heal David.


Based on the words used to characterize Clara in this excerpt, what does the author reveal about her? Select three answers.
Clara was determined.
Clara was organized.
Clara was level-headed.

How does the author best reveal that Clara idolized her brother?

by describing actions such as “remained by his side through many new treatments”


What can be inferred from this excerpt?

Clara’s mother was also daring as a young girl.

Which detail from the excerpt best characterizes Stephen Barton as a loving father?

“Clara would perch in the armchair on her father’s knee,”


What does this excerpt indicate about the setting?

The setting is a busy and treacherous place.

In order for a fictionalized story to be based on real events, the author should include

historical material.