Understanding the Underground Railroad and Abolitionism

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What is an “Underground Railroad”?

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a group of people who helped slaves escape to the North

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What does the word “abolitionist” mean?

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a person who works to end slavery

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Who was Harriet Tubman?

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a leader of the Underground Railroad who also fought for African American and women’s rights

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What does “Emancipation Proclamation” mean?

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a statement by Abraham Lincoln that promised freedom to slaves in the South

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What does ABOLISH mean?

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to end

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What was Harriet Tubman’s role on the Underground Railroad?

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conductor

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How did Harriet Tubman help during the Civil War?

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She worked as a cook, a nurse, and a spy.

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What was Sojourner Truth's real name?

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Isabella Baumfree

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Where was Sojourner Truth born? Options: Maryland, Alabama, New York, Massachusetts, Virginia

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New York

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What was Sojourner Truth's Famous speech called?

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Ain't I A Woman