What was one of John Brown's main objectives in his actions against the South?

John Brown's Actions and Impact

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To gain personal wealth
To negotiate peace between North and South
To terrorize the South
To establish a new government
2.
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What was John Brown's vision for liberating slaves in the South?
A large-scale war
A peaceful protest
A vision of the Underground Railroad expanded
A political campaign
3.
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What was the main target of John Brown's raid?
A Southern plantation
A federal armory at Harpers Ferry
A Northern city
A government building in Washington
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How many men accompanied John Brown in the initial raid on Harpers Ferry?
15
25
10
19
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the outcome of the attempt to incite a rebellion among enslaved people?
It resulted in immediate freedom for many
It led to a small uprising
Very few enslaved people participated
It was a massive success
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Where was John Brown and his men trapped during the siege?
In a barn
In a church
In the fire engine house
In a courthouse
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the reaction of Northern abolitionists to John Brown's execution?
They celebrated his capture
They ignored his death
They heroized and sanctified him
They condemned his actions
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