Question

In “The Devil and Tom Walker,” the author weaves historical facts into the story to supply historical context to his narrative. Which of the following quotes from the story does not represent a historical fact? A. About the year 1727, just at the time that earthquakes were prevalent in New England, and shook many tall sinners down upon their knees, there lived near this place a meager, miserly fellow, of the name of Tom Walker. B. Everybody remembers the time of Governor Belcher, when money was particularly scarce. It was a time of paper credit. The country had been deluged with government bills. C. Tom now grew uneasy for her safety, especially as he found she had carried off in her apron the silver teapot and spoons, and every portable article of value. D. He even talked of the expediency of reviving the persecution of Quakers and Anabaptists.

Answer 1

Answer:

The quote from the story that does not represent a historical fact is (c) "Tom now grew uneasy for her safety, especially as he found she had carried off in her apron the silver teapot and spoons, and every portable article of value."

Explanation:

Option C does not represent a historical fact. A historical fact represents a fact from the past while quote C refers to Tom's present situation. Instead, quote A, B and D do refer to historical fact that took place in the past such as earthquakes in 1727, the time of Governor Belcher when money was scarce and the persecution of Quakers and Anabaptists.

Answer 2

C would be the correct answer.