Rebels in the Records: The Life and Legacy of Samuel Sharpe by Jemima

The video explores Jamaica's history under British rule, focusing on the harsh conditions of slavery and the early abolition movement. It highlights Samuel Sharpe's role as an abolitionist leader, his peaceful strike plan, and the subsequent Baptist War, the largest uprising of enslaved people in Jamaican history. The rebellion's brutal suppression and Sharpe's execution are detailed, emphasizing his legacy as a national hero who contributed to the eventual abolition of slavery in the British Empire.

What was the primary economic activity in Jamaica under British rule?

• Mining

• Sugar cane plantations

• Textile manufacturing

• Fishing

What was the main focus of the Society for the Abolition of the Slave Trade?

• Ending the ownership of enslaved people

• Prohibiting the buying and selling of human beings

• Promoting fair trade practices

• Establishing new colonies

How did Samuel Sharpe plan to protest against slavery?

• By leading a peaceful strike

• By fleeing to another country

• By organizing a violent rebellion

• By writing letters to the British government

What was the outcome of the Baptist War?

• Immediate abolition of slavery

• Recognition of enslaved people's rights

• A peaceful resolution

• A brutal crackdown by authorities

How many enslaved people were involved in the Baptist War?

• 60,000

• 100,000

• 30,000

• 10,000

What was Samuel Sharpe's fate after the Baptist War?

• He escaped to another country

• He was pardoned

• He was executed

• He was exiled

How is Samuel Sharpe honored in Jamaica today?

• A statue is erected in every city

• His image is on a Jamaican $50 note

• A university is named in his honor

• A national holiday is named after him