USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Hang a lantern aloft in the belfry arch, Of the North Church tower as a signal light, -One if by land, and two if by sea” Paul Revere meets a new friend in the belfry arch at the North Church. Paul Revere tells his friend to use a lantern to signal when the British are coming.

Detailed explanation-2: -According to the poem, why did Paul Revere ask his friend to hang a lantern in the belfry arch of the Old Church? (page 236) What are they preparing for? The lantern would be used to give signals to Paul Revere if the British march by land or by sea. They are preparing for the attack of the British army.

Detailed explanation-3: -A narrator recounts the story of Paul Revere’s ride, which took place in Massachusetts on April 18, 1775. On that night, Revere tells his friend to hang a lantern in the belfry of the Old North Church if the British forces begin to march-one light if they are coming by land, two if they are coming by sea.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Somerset Symbolizes the threat of British rule.