The Enslaved Household of Thomas Jefferson

The video explores the contradictions in Thomas Jefferson's life, highlighting his role in drafting the Declaration of Independence while enslaving over 600 people. It focuses on three teenagers, Ursula, Edith, and Francis, who were brought to the White House as enslaved chefs. Despite their hard work, they faced family separation and harsh conditions. After Jefferson's presidency, they returned to Monticello, where only Edith eventually gained freedom through her husband's efforts.

What contradiction is highlighted in Thomas Jefferson's life regarding his vision and actions?

• He was a president but never lived in the White House.

• He believed in equality but owned slaves.

• He was against slavery but never spoke about it.

• He wrote the Declaration of Independence but never signed it.

Who were the three teenagers brought to the White House to work as chefs?

• Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, and Frederick Douglass

• Sally Hemings, Martha Jefferson, and Patsy Jefferson

• James Madison, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin

• Ursula Granger Hughes, Edith Hern Faucet, and Francis Gillette Hearn

What was the monthly allowance given to the teenagers working in the White House kitchen?

• $10.00 for clothing

• $5.00 for food

• $15.00 for travel

• $2.00 for drinks

What challenges did Ursula, Edith, and Francis face while working in the White House?

• Long hours and separation from family

• Lack of food and shelter

• Inability to learn cooking skills

• No access to education

What happened to Ursula and Francis after Jefferson's death?

• They were sold to other families.

• They were freed immediately.

• They moved to another country.

• They continued to work at the White House.