052 The Courageous Escape of Robert Smalls - One Minute History

052 The Courageous Escape of Robert Smalls - One Minute History

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11th Grade - University

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Robert Smalls, a trusted crewman on the Confederate ship Planter, devised a daring escape plan to free himself, his family, and other slaves. On May 12, 1860, while the officers were ashore, Smalls commandeered the ship, mimicked the captain's signals, and navigated past Confederate checkpoints to reach Union forces. His successful escape made him a national hero, and he later became the captain of the Planter, fighting in 17 battles against the Confederates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Robert Smalls' position on the Confederate transport ship, the Planter?

First Mate

Pilot and Chief Crewman

Captain

Navigator

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event took place on the night of May 12th, 1860?

Robert Smalls executed his escape plan

A storm hit the Charleston waterways

The Planter was attacked by Union forces

The Confederate officers returned to the ship

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Robert Smalls manage to steer past Confederate checkpoints?

Using secret hand signals

By bribing the guards

Sailing at night

Disguising the ship

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Robert Smalls use to signal surrender to the Union warships?

A white bed sheet

A horn

A red flag

A flare

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Robert Smalls take on after reaching Union forces?

Union general

Union spy

Captain of the Planter

Confederate informant