Robert Smalls: A Hero's Journey

Where was Robert Smalls born?

• Charleston, South Carolina

• Beaufort, South Carolina

What was the occupation of Robert Smalls' mother?

• House servant

• Field worker

What was the name of the Confederate military transport steamer that Robert Smalls piloted?

• USS Onward

• CSS Planter

What valuable information did Robert Smalls provide to Flag Officer Samuel Dupont?

• Confederate signals and a map of mines and torpedoes

• Weather patterns in Charleston harbor

What position did Robert Smalls hold after the capture of the Planter?

• Engineer

• Captain

What important amendment was passed in 1868, extending full citizenship to all Americans regardless of race?

• 13th Amendment

• 14th Amendment

In which year was Robert Smalls elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives?

• 1866

• 1868

When did Robert Smalls pass away?

• 1915

• 1890