Johnny Tremain
Why is Chapter 11 called Yanky Doodle in Johnny Tremain?
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Because my teacher asked me
In context, this refers to Johnny's status as an American.... an active part of the revolution. A "Yankee" is an American colonist (soldier). The British views the "Yankees" as untrained, undisciplined, and ill-equipped.
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