Topic 7, Lesson 3&4

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What percentage of the South’s population included enslaved African Americans?

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Approximately 35%.

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What was the Underground Railroad?

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A network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans to escape to free states.

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What is an abolitionist?

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An individual who advocated for the end of slavery.

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What was the significance of 'Uncle Tom's Cabin'?

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A famous novel that highlighted the harsh realities of slavery and fueled the abolitionist movement.

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What role did the Fugitive Slave Act play in the abolitionist movement?

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It intensified opposition to slavery by enforcing the return of escaped slaves.

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What was one way people contributed to the abolitionist movement?

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By participating in the Underground Railroad.

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What is the purpose of abolitionist newspapers?

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To raise awareness about the horrors of slavery and promote the abolitionist cause.

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Who were the 'slavers'?

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Individuals who engaged in the practice of enslaving others.

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What was the impact of the telegraph on the abolitionist movement?

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It allowed for faster communication and coordination among abolitionists.

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What does 'nativist' refer to in the context of American history?

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A person who favors the interests of native-born inhabitants over those of immigrants.