Stono Rebellion and Its Consequences

The Stono Rebellion, occurring on September 9, 1739, was the largest uprising of enslaved people in the North American British colonies before the American Revolution. Led by a man named Jimmy, about 20 enslaved individuals gathered near the Stono River, raided a firearm shop, and marched south, aiming for freedom. Their likely destination was Saint Augustine, Florida, where the Spanish promised freedom to enslaved people. The rebellion grew to about 60 people but was eventually suppressed by white slaveholders. The aftermath led to the Negro Act of 1740, further restricting the rights of enslaved people and reinforcing slavery in the southern colonies.

What was the Stono Rebellion known for in the context of the North American British colonies?

• The first successful slave revolt

• The largest uprising of enslaved people before the American Revolution

• A rebellion that led to the end of slavery

• A peaceful protest for freedom

Who led the group of enslaved people during the Stono Rebellion?

• John

• Jimmy

• James

• Jacob

What was the believed destination of the rebels during the Stono Rebellion?

• New York

• Savannah

• Charleston

• Saint Augustine, Florida

How many miles did the rebels march during the Stono Rebellion?

• 20 miles

• 15 miles

• 10 miles

• 5 miles

What was the approximate number of rebels by late afternoon during the Stono Rebellion?

• 60 people

• 30 people

• 40 people

• 50 people

What was the outcome for many of the rebels after the confrontation with white slaveholders?

• They escaped successfully

• They joined another rebellion

• They were granted freedom

• They were captured and executed

What was the impact of the Stono Rebellion on colonial America?

• It led to the abolition of slavery

• It improved the rights of enslaved people

• It caused no significant changes

• It resulted in stricter laws against enslaved people

What did the Negro Act of 1740 restrict?

• The ability to travel freely

• The rights to grow food, earn money, and learn to write

• The right to vote

• The right to own property

What was the primary purpose of the Negro Act of 1740?

• To grant more rights to enslaved people

• To reinforce the powerlessness of enslaved people

• To abolish slavery

• To promote education among enslaved people