Harriet Tubman Conductor of the Underground Railroad Vocabulary

Conductor

• Someone who guided escaping slaves to safety in the North.

• A person who collects tickets on a train.

• A type of material that allows electricity to flow.

• A leader of a musical ensemble.

Underground Railroad

• A secret network of people and safe places that helped the enslaved African Americans escape to freedom to the northern states and Canada.

• A public transportation system for freed slaves.

• A historical event that occurred during the Civil War.

• A series of laws that restricted the movement of enslaved people.

Whippoorwill

• A type of tree found in the Eastern US

• A nocturnal bird known for its loud call

• A common fish in Canadian waters

• A historical figure in American folklore

North Star

• A star that guides people to the South

• A star in the sky that was used to guide enslaved people NORTH to freedom.

• A planet visible in the night sky

• A constellation that represents freedom

Disheveled

• messy or untidy

• clean and organized

• bright and cheerful

• dark and gloomy

Lingered

• To remain or stay longer

• To leave quickly

• To forget about something

• To arrive late

Ashcake

• a type of bread that is cooked over a layer of heated stones or sand covered in hot ashes

• a dessert made with chocolate and cream

• a type of soup made with vegetables and meat

• a snack that is deep-fried and served with sauce

Cajoling

• to coax, persuade, or urge someone gently

• to force someone to do something

• to ignore someone's request

• to criticize someone harshly

Canada

• A country in South America that is south of the US and consists of 10 provinces and 3 territories.

• A country in North America that is north of the US and consists of 10 provinces and 3 territories.

• An island nation in the Caribbean known for its beaches and resorts.

• A country in Europe known for its historical landmarks and rich culture.

Sullen

• People who show silent resentment.

• People who are always cheerful and happy.

• People who are easily excited and energetic.

• People who are indifferent and apathetic.