Crash Course US 13

Why was slavery considered hugely important to America?

• It had no lasting impact.

• It was only important in Denmark.

• It led to a civil war and lasted a long time.

• It was a minor aspect of American society.

What was the primary way slaves resisted their dehumanization?

• By forming families.

• By working harder.

• By moving to the North.

• By ignoring their masters.

What did slave preachers often focus on in their teachings?

• Stories of Exodus and Biblical heroes.

• The cold, mercenary Capitalism of the North.

• The importance of obeying their masters.

• The benefits of slavery.

Who was the most famous runaway slave that helped others escape?

• Denmark Vesey

• Gabriel Prosser

• Harriet Tubman

• Nat Turner

What was the result of Nat Turner's rebellion?

• Slaves were given more rights.

• Harsher laws were passed against slaves.

• Slavery was abolished immediately.

• The rebellion was ignored.