Underground Conductor; Harriet Tubman

Underground Conductor; Harriet Tubman

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English

8th - 10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Underground Railroad?

Back

A network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans to escape to free states and Canada.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was Harriet Tubman?

Back

An African American abolitionist and political activist who escaped slavery and helped others gain their freedom via the Underground Railroad.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does perseverance mean in the context of Harriet Tubman's actions?

Back

Continuing to work towards a goal despite difficulties or obstacles, as Tubman did by repeatedly returning to rescue more slaves.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is Harriet Tubman considered courageous?

Back

She risked her life to lead enslaved people to freedom, knowing she could be captured or killed.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the significance of disguises in the escape of William and Ellen Craft?

Back

They disguised themselves as a white man and his slave to evade capture while escaping from Georgia to Philadelphia.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role did fear play in Harriet Tubman's missions?

Back

Fear was a motivating factor; she had to manage the fear of capture among the runaways to keep them moving towards freedom.

7.

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Front

What was the purpose of Tubman's threats to shoot runaways?

Back

To maintain control and ensure that the group did not compromise their safety by returning to slavery.

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