Harriet Tubman For Kids | Bedtime History

The video details Harriet Tubman's life, from her birth as Araminta Ross to her legacy as a freedom fighter. It covers her early life in slavery, her marriage to John Tubman, and her escape to freedom via the Underground Railroad. Harriet's efforts in leading others to freedom earned her the nickname 'Moses.' During the Civil War, she served as a nurse, cook, and spy for the Union Army. Post-war, she settled in Auburn, NY, and continued to support her family and others. Harriet's legacy as an American hero endures, inspiring civil rights movements and earning her a place on the $20 bill.

What was Harriet Tubman's original name at birth?

• Harriet Johnson

• Araminta Tubman

• Minty Tubman

• Araminta Harriet Ross

What significant event in Harriet's teenage years left her with lifelong injuries?

• She was hit in the head with a weight.

• She was attacked by a dog.

• She was injured while working in the fields.

• She fell from a tree.

Who did Harriet Tubman marry, leading her to change her name?

• Ben Tubman

• John Tubman

• William Tubman

• Harry Tubman

What was the Underground Railroad?

• A hidden tunnel system

• A group of abolitionist soldiers

• A network of safe houses and routes

• A secret train service for slaves

Why was Harriet Tubman given the nickname 'Moses'?

• She was a skilled navigator.

• She led people to freedom like the biblical Moses.

• She was a religious leader.

• She was known for her singing.

What role did Harriet Tubman play during the Civil War?

• She was a general in the Union Army.

• She worked as a cook, nurse, and spy.

• She was a diplomat for the Union.

• She led the Confederate Army.

What honor was Harriet Tubman posthumously awarded by the US Treasury Department?

• A statue in Washington, D.C.

• A commemorative coin

• A national holiday in her name

• Her image on the $20 bill