6th Grade ELA_ELT#1

Which sentence from the passage BEST supports why Harriet Tubman was known as the "conductor" of the Underground Railroad? ELAGSE6RI1

• Even as a small child, she was made to work and was put in charge of caring for her master’s baby.

• Harriet had always dreamed of being free, so it was not a hard decision for her to run away to avoid being sold, even though punishment was severe for this crime.

• Harriet followed the North Star on her journey to freedom in the northern states.

• She secretly traveled back to Maryland 19 times and was responsible for 300 slaves reaching freedom.

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Which detail BEST supports the idea that Harriet Tubman was especially brave? ELAGSE6RI2

• She made 19 trips to Maryland to help free slaves.

• A large amount of money was offered for her capture.

• She was responsible for 300 slaves gaining their freedom.

• Her husband did not try to escape with her.

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How is the character of Harriet Tubman developed over the course of this text? ELAGSE6RI3

• The opinions several other people held about her are explained.

• Several of her most important accomplishments are stated and described.

• Her main ideas and beliefs are listed and explained in detail.

• Several main events in her life are retold in the order in which they occurred.

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Who was with Harriet when she first ran away? ELAGSE6RI1

• her mother

• her father

• her brothers

• her husband

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What does the incident described in the last two sentences of paragraph 4 show about Harriet Tubman? ELAGSE6RI3

• She was afraid for her own safety.

• She had a strong desire to learn.

• She had an ambition to read.

• She was clever and resourceful.

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