In order to effect his escape, Robert was obliged to swim the Potomac river on horseback, on Christmas night, while the cold, wind, storm, and darkness were indescribably dismal. This daring bondman, rather than submit to his oppressor any longer, perilled his life as above stated. Where he crossed the river was about a half a mile wide. Where could be found in history a more noble and daring struggle for Freedom?
—“Crossing the River,”
William Still
Which two statements describe the storyteller’s viewpoint on rowing other people to freedom?
At first, he is annoyed by Robert’s choice to escape.
He believes he should have chosen to escape during daylight.
He sees Robert as brave and willing to risk his life.
He believes Robert’s actions are fearless and unmatched.
He thinks the river is too wide to be crossed.