Nat Turner's Rebellion Flashcard

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What is Nat Turner’s main motivation for leading the rebellion?

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To gain his freedom and end slavery

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What event does Nat Turner interpret as a sign from God to begin his rebellion? Options: The death of his enslaver, A vision of black and white spirits fighting, The solar eclipse of February 12th, 1831, The eruption of Mount Saint Helens

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The solar eclipse of February 12th, 1831

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Why does Nat Turner postpone the rebellion originally planned for July 4th, 1831?

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He fears the plan will fail and cost his friends their lives.

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What ultimately forces Nat Turner to go through with the rebellion on August 21st, 1831? Options: Another solar eclipse, The arrival of two more enslaved laborers who want to join the cause, A confrontation with his enslaver, A direct command from God

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The arrival of two more enslaved laborers who want to join the cause

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What mistake does Nat Turner make after initially gaining momentum in the rebellion?

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He delays his march on Jerusalem by stopping at another plantation.

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What is the outcome of Nat Turner’s final attempt to attack the Belmont Plantation?

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His men are captured or killed by a white militia.

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What impact did Nat Turner’s rebellion have on the laws in Virginia?

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Harsher laws were enacted against both enslaved and free Black people

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Why was Nat Turner’s owner paid $375 after his execution? Options: To cover the costs of Nat Turner's funeral., To compensate for the loss of property as Nat Turner was legally considered chattel., To reward the owner for cooperating with the authorities., To fund a memorial for Nat Turner.

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To compensate for the loss of property as Nat Turner was legally considered chattel.