Nat Turner's Slave Rebellion

Nat Turner's rebellion in 1831 challenged the myth of obedient slaves, leading a violent uprising in Virginia. Despite initial success, the rebellion was quashed, and Turner was executed. The event sparked fear among slave owners and led to stricter laws against educating slaves. The rebellion's impact was significant, prompting debates on slavery's morality, though immediate abolition was not achieved.

What myth did many American slave owners believe about black people before Nat Turner's rebellion?

• That they were naturally rebellious

• That they were naturally aggressive

• That they were naturally obedient and content

• That they were naturally intelligent

What event did Nat Turner interpret as a divine sign to begin his rebellion?

• A comet passing by

• A thunderstorm

• A lunar eclipse

• A solar eclipse

How many white people were killed during Nat Turner's rebellion?

• About 90

• About 120

• About 60

• About 30

What was the outcome for Nat Turner after the rebellion was suppressed?

• He was captured and imprisoned for life

• He was pardoned

• He was captured and executed

• He escaped to Canada

What legislative action did the Virginia General Assembly take following Nat Turner's rebellion?

• They increased the number of slave patrols

• They restricted slaves from learning to read or write

• They allowed slaves to learn to read and write

• They abolished slavery