Chapter 12: The Perilous Road

American Civil War Painting

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Key Words to Know

balk

to stop suddenly and refuse to continue
"He'd seen a heap of Yankee soldiers on the mountaintop, but he balked at walking right smack in among them."

woeful

very sad or bad
"Chris noticed two or three of the group looked woeful enough to wring your heart."

Chapter 12 Quiz: Pages 123–136

Test your knowledge of Chapter 12 with this fun and interactive quiz!

1. The boxes the supply wagon labeled bread had ------ inside of them.





2. Chris walked from campfire to campfire -----.





3. Jethro played the -----.




4. One soldier gave Chris ----- to eat.





5. After talking with the Yankee soldiers Chris discovered -----.



6. Chris awoke when -----.




7. A good title for Chapter 12 could be -----.




Taste of History: Civil War Cooking

Ginger Snaps

Try some other Civil War staples like hardtack (a hard, flour-based biscuit) with other foods soldiers ate including beans, peas, rice, and dried vegetables. 

 In Chapter 12, Chris is given ginger snaps to eat. Try making these wonderful cookies with this easy recipe suitable for the classroom!

Simple Ginger Snaps Recipe

  • Ingredients:
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 3/4 cup butter, softened
    • 1/4 cup molasses
    • 1 egg
    • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
    • 2 teaspoons baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Instructions:
    1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
    2. In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter until smooth.
    3. Mix in molasses and egg until well combined.
    4. Gradually add flour, baking soda, spices, and salt. Mix until dough forms.
    5. Roll dough into small balls, then roll in sugar.
    6. Place balls on a baking sheet, leaving space between them.
    7. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.
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