31 Days Of Black British History Day Three: Olaudah Equiano - The Abolitionist Author

The video explores the life of Eluduwa Equiano, who was kidnapped at 11 and sold into slavery. He later bought his freedom and became a prominent abolitionist. His book, 'The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Alulua Equiano,' published in 1789, was a bestseller that influenced British society and played a crucial role in the abolition of the slave trade in 1807. Equiano's legacy demonstrates the power of words in changing minds and history.

Where was Eluduwa Equiano born?

• Kenya

• Ghana

• Nigeria

• South Africa

At what age did Equiano gain his freedom?

• 25

• 21

• 35

• 30

What was the title of Equiano's autobiography?

• The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Alulua Equiano

• Equiano's Journey

• The Story of a Freed Slave

• The Life of Olaudah Equiano

How did Equiano's book influence British society?

• It was ignored by the public.

• It was banned by the government.

• It was only popular in America.

• It changed public opinion and influenced Parliament.

What significant event did Equiano's work help pave the way for?

• The American Civil War

• The French Revolution

• The abolition of the slave trade in 1807

• The Industrial Revolution