Challenge Pt 1 : Denmark Vesey and Black Liberation

What did Denmark Vesey teach at church meetings in his home?

• European history

• Asian culture

• Black liberation theology

• White supremacy

Answer explanation

Denmark Vesey taught Black liberation theology at church meetings in his home.

Which book did Denmark Vesey quote to drive home his point about God assisting in liberation efforts?

• Book of Genesis

• Book of Exodus

• Book of Leviticus

• Book of Numbers

Answer explanation

Denmark Vesey quoted the Book of Exodus to emphasize God's assistance in liberation efforts.

Who did Denmark Vesey recruit to organize the enslaved Blacks on the plantations?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Gullah Jack Pritchard

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

Answer explanation

Denmark Vesey recruited Gullah Jack Pritchard to organize the enslaved Blacks on the plantations.

When were the revolutionaries planning to overtake Charleston's arsenals and gather weapons?

• July 14

• July 4

• June 30

• June 22

Answer explanation

The revolutionaries were planning to overtake Charleston's arsenals and gather weapons on July 14, as mentioned in the correct answer choice.

Who betrayed Denmark Vesey's rebellion plan to their enslavers?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Wilson

• Gullah Jack Pritchard

Answer explanation

George Wilson betrayed Denmark Vesey's rebellion plan to their enslavers.

When was Denmark Vesey captured after a two-day search?

• July 2

• June 22

• June 30

• July 14

Answer explanation

Denmark Vesey was captured on June 22 after a two-day search. This date corresponds to the correct answer choice.

How many men were executed along with Denmark Vesey?

• Four

• Two

• Three

• Five

Answer explanation

Five men were executed along with Denmark Vesey.

What was the battle cry for the first Black regiment in the Civil War?

• Equality and justice!

• Remember Denmark Vesey of Charleston!

• Long live the King!

• Freedom for all!

Answer explanation

The battle cry for the first Black regiment in the Civil War was 'Remember Denmark Vesey of Charleston!'