Harriet Tubman and the Fight Against Slavery

The video explores the history of slavery in the U.S., focusing on Harriet Tubman's life. Born into slavery, Tubman escaped and became a key figure in the Underground Railroad, helping many slaves to freedom. Despite the Fugitive Slave Act, she continued her efforts, eventually aiding Union forces during the Civil War. Tubman's legacy is one of courage and dedication to the fight against slavery.

What was Harriet Tubman's original name?

• Sarah Bradford

• Harriet Johnson

• Minty Tubman

• Araminta Ross

What significant event in 1808 affected Harriet Tubman's family?

• The passing of the Fugitive Slave Act

• The signing of the Emancipation Proclamation

• The start of the Civil War

• The end of the Atlantic Slave Trade

What was Harriet Tubman's reasoning for escaping slavery?

• She wanted to join her sisters in the south

• She was promised freedom by her master

• She believed in liberty or death

• She wanted to start a new life in Canada

What was the Fugitive Slave Act also known as?

• The Emancipation Act

• The Liberty Act

• The Freedom Act

• The Bloodhound Act

What was the Underground Railroad?

• A series of public protests

• A group of abolitionist politicians

• A network of secret routes and safe houses

• A literal underground train system

How many slaves are estimated to have escaped via the Underground Railroad?

• 10,000 to 20,000

• 30,000 to 100,000

• 5,000 to 15,000

• 50,000 to 200,000

During the Civil War, what role did Harriet Tubman play?

• She was a spy for the Confederacy

• She served as a nurse and helped with military intelligence

• She was a general in the Union army

• She led a regiment of soldiers

What was one of Harriet Tubman's contributions during a raid in South Carolina?

• She captured a Confederate general

• She freed 800 slaves

• She negotiated a peace treaty

• She destroyed a Confederate fort

What regiment did Harriet Tubman serve as a nurse for?

• The New York 20th regiment

• The Massachusetts 54th regiment

• The Virginia 10th regiment

• The Pennsylvania 15th regiment

What was Harriet Tubman's lifelong dedication?

• To become a political leader

• To become a famous author

• To serve others and fight against slavery

• To build a large plantation