Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Soldier's Heart

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Town Meetings - In Winona, Minnesota, and most other towns in Minnesota, these are held to discuss and promote the Volunteer Regiment of Minnesota.

Fort Snelling - Charley walks here from home to be able to sneak into the army without anyone knowing his real age.

The Train - This has leather seats, fabulous food and luxurious appointments, and Charley has never seen anything so wonderful.

Southern Crackers - These are law breakers and people who do not agree with the philosophy of the Union and physically show their displeasure.

Poor Farms -...
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