Slavery Quiz

What were some of the causes of slavery?

• Economic factors, racial prejudice, desire for power and control

• Political ideologies, geographical factors, social hierarchy

• Religious beliefs, cultural differences, technological advancements

• Educational disparities, language barriers, legal systems

Which of the following were major slave trade routes?

• Arabian Slave Trade

• Mediterranean Slave Trade

• Transatlantic Slave Trade, Indian Ocean Slave Trade, Trans-Saharan Slave Trade

• Pacific Slave Trade

What was life like for slaves on plantations?

• Life for slaves on plantations was comfortable and luxurious.

• Life for slaves on plantations was extremely difficult and oppressive.

• Life for slaves on plantations was filled with opportunities and freedom.

• Life for slaves on plantations was easy and carefree.

Who were the abolitionists?

• Individuals who fought for the right to own slaves

• People who supported the expansion of slavery

• Those who believed in the preservation of slavery

• Individuals who advocated for the end of slavery

What was the Underground Railroad?

• A system of tunnels used by enslaved African Americans to escape to free states and Canada during the 19th century.

• A secret society that helped enslaved African Americans gain their freedom during the 19th century.

• A network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans to escape to free states and Canada during the 19th century.

• A series of coded messages used by enslaved African Americans to communicate and plan their escape during the 19th century.

Which country was the first to abolish slavery?

• United States

• Brazil

• Haiti

• France

Who was Harriet Tubman?

• Harriet Tubman was an African American abolitionist and political activist.

• Harriet Tubman was a professional athlete and Olympian.

• Harriet Tubman was a renowned scientist and inventor.

• Harriet Tubman was a famous singer and actress.

What was the Emancipation Proclamation?

• A treaty signed by the Union and Confederate states to end the American Civil War.

• An executive order issued by President Abraham Lincoln during the American Civil War to free slaves in Confederate territory.

• A law passed by Congress to grant voting rights to former slaves.

• A proclamation issued by President Andrew Johnson to abolish slavery in the United States.

Who wrote the book 'Uncle Tom's Cabin'?

• Harriet Beecher Stowe

• Mark Twain

• Ralph Waldo Emerson

• Emily Dickinson

What was the significance of the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution?

• The 13th Amendment declared English as the official language of the United States.

• The 13th Amendment established the right to bear arms.

• The 13th Amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude.

• The 13th Amendment granted voting rights to all citizens.