Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad (Lesson 24)

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Who was Harriet Tubman?

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Harriet Tubman was an African American abolitionist and political activist who escaped slavery and helped others escape through the Underground Railroad.

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What was the Underground Railroad?

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The Underground Railroad was a network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved people to escape to free states and Canada.

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What role did Harriet Tubman play in the Underground Railroad?

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Harriet Tubman was a conductor on the Underground Railroad, guiding enslaved people to freedom.

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What does it mean to be a conductor on the Underground Railroad?

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A conductor was someone who led and assisted enslaved people in their escape to freedom.

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Who was Old Rit?

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Old Rit was Harriet Tubman's mother, who was also enslaved.

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What is the significance of Pennsylvania in Harriet Tubman's story?

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Pennsylvania was one of the free states where Harriet Tubman helped enslaved people escape.

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What does Harriet Tubman say she will rely on during her journey?

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Harriet Tubman says she will rely on the Lord to take care of her on her journey.

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What does 'legitimate' mean in the context of excuses?

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Legitimate means valid or acceptable; a legitimate excuse is one that is reasonable and justifiable.

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Who was John Tubman?

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John Tubman was Harriet Tubman's husband, whom she could not trust.

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What does it mean to escape slavery?

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To escape slavery means to flee from being owned and controlled by another person, seeking freedom.