Voices of Courage in the Abolitionist Movement

The video discusses the significant role women played in the abolitionist movement. It highlights figures like Lydia Muriel Child, who faced societal backlash for her activism, and the Grimké sisters, who, despite being from the South, spoke out against slavery. The video also covers the contributions of African-American women, such as Harriet Tubman and Maria Stewart, who were instrumental in advancing the cause of abolition.

Which organization were the women abolitionists like the Grimké sisters and Lydia Muriel Child involved with?

• The Temperance Movement

• The National Women's Party

• The American Anti-Slavery Society

• The Women's Suffrage Association

What was the title of the book published by Lydia Muriel Child that advocated for African Americans?

• Uncle Tom's Cabin

• Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

• The Liberator

• Appeal in Favor of that class of Americans called Africans

What was the societal reaction to Lydia Muriel Child's publication?

• She was awarded a literary prize

• She was celebrated by all social circles

• She was criticized and ostracized

• She was invited to speak at major events

What was the unique position of the Grimké sisters in the abolitionist movement?

• They were former slaves

• They were southern plantation owners who opposed slavery

• They were politicians

• They were famous authors

What was the consequence for Angelina Grimké after publishing her pamphlet?

• She was banned in the South

• She was invited to the White House

• She was given a government position

• She was awarded a medal

What role did Harriet Tubman play in the abolitionist movement?

• She was a plantation owner

• She was a famous author

• She was an underground railroad conductor

• She was a political leader

How did Maria Stewart contribute to the abolitionist movement?

• By organizing a major protest

• By bringing new activists to the abolition front

• By leading a political party

• By writing a famous novel