Question

In "The Witch of Blackbird Pond," what is the news about Gov. Andros?

a) Gov. Andros is planning a visit to the colony to address the recent political tensions.
b) Gov. Andros has declared a state of emergency in the colony due to a potential uprising.
c) Gov. Andros has implemented new taxes and regulations in the colony, causing unrest among the colonists.
d) Gov. Andros has been replaced by a new governor, causing uncertainty and unease among the colonists.

Answer 1

Gov. Andros has been replaced by a new governor, resulting in uncertainty among the colonists, which is aligned with historical events such as the overthrow of Andros in New England.

Explanation:

Governor Andros' replacement :

The correct answer is (d) Gov. Andros has been replaced by a new governor, causing uncertainty and unease among the colonists. This reflects the historical context mentioned, where there was animosity toward Edmund Andros and his removal from power signified a win for New England's opposition to English governance. Although Andros tried to enforce rules, like the Navigation Acts, it led to his eventual downfall due to the resistance and instability these measures caused.

In "The Witch of Blackbird Pond," the undercurrents of political tension are represented, and the news of Governor Andros being replaced would have been pertinent to the times. Such political upheavals were not uncommon, as history shows us that colonial governors often had fraught relationships with the colonists, leading to events like the overthrow of Andros in the Dominion of New England.