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Directions: James Kenton Kay is a young Civil War soldier. Read the timeline about one of his
days in the Union army. Then write how he might look or feel during each time of day.So you’re waiting for a hint? Well, here goes. Look
for clues in what the character does to infer or
conclude how he looks and feels.A Soldier’s Day
5 a.m.We were awakened and
told to be ready to march by 6
a.m. Today’s breakfast was hard
biscuits and cold coffee. It’s
going to be a long day.9 a.m. As I was marching, I came across
another Union soldier by the road. It
looked as if he had a broken foot. I gave
him a sip of water and put his blanket
under his foot. Then I was ordered to
move on.Noon.We stopped at a small farm. I
thanked goodness for the pond. A quick
soak was the sure cure for my sore feet. It
also cleaned my clothes that hadn’t been
boiled clean for a week or more now. I
hardly missed lunch.4 p.m.The mail arrived at our afternoon
stop. Hooray, there’s a letter for me from
Ma! She had lots of news about her, Pa,
and my sister, Sarah Sue. They said my
horse misses me. The other men teased me
a lot about that one.9 p.m.We made soup from some
vegetables, salt, and water. Darn. It looks
like it will drizzle all night because the air
feels heavy and damp. Tomorrow we must
march another 18 miles to catch up with
the other men in our company.