REVIEW OUTLINE
The crowning feature of the Last French War.
Wolfe's love for his mother.
The young soldier.
Wolfe's personal appearance.
His character.
Wolfe sent on an expedition against Quebec.
His trials and difficulties.
He discovers a steep pathway.
He deceives Montcalm.
His army floats down the river.
The English reach the rocky heights.
"Victory or death!"
The clash of battle.
Wolfe and Montcalm receive mortal wounds.
The French surrender Quebec.
End of the last French War.
TO THE PUPIL
1. How did Wolfe look, and what were his most striking personal traits?
2. What were his trials and difficulties at Quebec?
3. Picture his army floating down the river on the way to the battle-field; also the soldiers climbing the steep heights.
4. Describe the battle, going in imagination with Wolfe at the head of his men.
5. Why was the capture of Quebec by the English so important?
6. Are you forming the habit of looking up on your map all the places mentioned in the text? If you wish to become strong in history, such a habit will be invaluable.
7. Remember that the Last French War began in 1756 and ended in 1763.