Henry's Journey to Freedom

Henry, a slave unsure of his age, is given to a new master. He works in a factory, meets Nancy, and they marry. Despite having children, they are separated when sold. Henry devises a plan to escape by mailing himself in a box to Philadelphia, where he gains freedom and a new name, Henry Box Brown.

Why was Henry unsure of his age?

• He lost his birth certificate.

• Slaves were not allowed to know their birthdays.

• He was too young to remember.

• His parents never told him.

What did Henry's master decide on his deathbed?

• To free Henry.

• To give Henry to his son.

• To sell Henry.

• To keep Henry in the family.

What was Nancy's fear regarding their children?

• They would be forced to work in the fields.

• They would be sold due to her master's financial troubles.

• They would be taken to the city.

• They would be sent to another plantation.

How did Henry react when he learned his family was sold?

• He tried to buy them back.

• He confronted the master.

• He cried and couldn't move.

• He ran away immediately.

What was Henry's plan to gain freedom?

• To escape through the underground railroad.

• To mail himself to a free state.

• To buy his freedom.

• To hide until he was forgotten.

Who helped Henry with his plan to mail himself?

• His master.

• His friend James and Dr. Smith.

• His wife Nancy.

• A fellow slave.

What did Henry do to ensure he could stay home from work?

• He asked for a day off.

• He injured his hand with oil.

• He hid from his boss.

• He pretended to be sick.

What was written on the box Henry traveled in?

• Confidential: Do Not Open

• This Side Up with Care

• Fragile: Handle with Care

• Urgent: Deliver Immediately

How did Henry feel during his journey in the box?

• Nervous but hopeful.

• Terrified and regretful.

• Indifferent and calm.

• Comfortable and relaxed.

What significant event marked Henry's first day of freedom?

• He reunited with his family.

• He celebrated his birthday.

• He found a new job.

• He met new friends.