Finding It in a Record
D3.1.K-2
Look at the source, then answer the questions.
Letter From a Mill Worker
A letter written in 1868 by Emma Shaw's mother, kept by the family. Dear sister, We are all at the mill now, even Emma. The bell rings at half past five and we walk down Mill Row. The work is hot and the noise is very great. We are glad of the wages, but I would rather Emma were at school. Your loving sister, Alice
- 1. What does Alice say the work is like?
- 2. Who wrote this letter?
- 3. What time does the bell ring?
Town Council Minute
A page from the minutes of the town council meeting, 4 October. TOWN COUNCIL, 4 OCTOBER Present: nine councillors. Two absent. 1. The library roof needs repair. Cost: 800 pounds. 2. Seven councillors voted to mend it. Two voted against. 3. The money will come from the town fund. 4. Work will begin in November.
- 1. Did every councillor agree about the roof?
- 2. What will the repair cost?
- 3. When will the work begin?
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