The author’s main purpose in this excerpt is to describe a form of code writing using an example. explain the mistakes of General Howe during the war. entertain the reader with a humorous story of miscommunication. argue that using a mask is the best method for sending secret messages.

what are the issues?

some american cities felt workers were being oppressed by business monopolies

i believe that the correct answer is a canadian hero.

explanation: he is celebrated as a national hero in canada for successfully thwarting a united states takeover of canada during the war of 1812.

a molly pitcher

b martha washington

c betsy ross