Exploring Nat Turner's Rebellion and Its Impact

In August 1831, Nat Turner led a slave rebellion in Southampton County, Virginia. Born in 1800, Turner was known as a prophet and claimed to have visions. He planned the uprising after a solar eclipse, initially set for July 4th but delayed due to illness. The rebellion began on August 21st, resulting in the deaths of over 60 whites. Turner was captured, tried, and executed. The rebellion led to harsher laws against blacks, despite some calls for emancipation. The event highlighted the brutal cycle of violence inherent in the system of slavery.

What year was Nat Turner born?

• 1831

• 1800

• 1820

• 1798

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What did Nat Turner's mother do when he was born?

• She was kidnapped from Africa.

• She escaped with him.

• She taught him to read.

• She named him Prophet.

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What did Nat Turner do at age 22?

• He was sold to another owner.

• He escaped but then returned.

• He got married.

• He started the rebellion.

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What did Nat Turner believe his visions were telling him?

• To become a preacher

• To start a rebellion

• To write a book

• To flee north

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What was the original date planned for the rebellion?

• September 15th

• August 21st

• July 4th

• October 31st

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What did Nat Turner see in the sky that he took as a sign?

• A solar eclipse

• A shooting star

• A full moon

• Northern lights

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Who was Nat Turner's owner?

• Thomas Jefferson Randolph

• Joseph Travis

• John Brown

• Samuel Turner

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How many people did Nat Turner's rebellion reportedly kill?

• More than 60

• More than 80

• More than 50

• More than 70

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How long did Nat Turner hide after the rebellion?

• Two weeks

• One month

• Over two months

• Six months

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What was the fate of Nat Turner after the rebellion?

• He was captured and hanged.

• He died in battle.

• He was captured and imprisoned.

• He escaped and lived freely.

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