The central idea in this part of the text is that George already knows that there will be a big event in Boston. He is sharing potentially significant and secretive news about the situation, indicating that there is tension brewing and that British troops might be involved.
Read the excerpt from “Between Best Friends.”
“Well, I have news.” George’s eyes glittered. “Something’s going to happen in Boston. Father says British laws must be obeyed.”
I shrugged.
“Don’t repeat a word of this.” George lowered his voice. “There are Sons of Liberty in our town. The governor told Father that British troops might be sent here, in case the treason in Boston spreads.”
What is the central idea in this part of the text?
Between Best Friends
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British troops may soon threaten John’s father.
British troops may soon threaten John’s father.
George already knows that there will be a big event in Boston.
George already knows that there will be a big event in Boston.
The Sons of Liberty are actually opposed to the king.
The Sons of Liberty are actually opposed to the king.
John kept his secret, but George told his.
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