The US Congressman who Escaped Slavery | The Life & Times of Robert Smalls

The video covers the life of Robert Smalls, from his early years in slavery to his daring escape during the Civil War. It highlights his significant contributions to the Union, his post-war achievements, and his political career, including the challenges he faced during Reconstruction. Smalls' story is a testament to resilience and the fight for justice.

What was the primary reason Robert Smalls was able to work in Charleston?

• He escaped from the plantation.

• He was sold to a new owner.

• His mother requested it.

• He was freed by his owner.

What role did Robert Smalls play during the Civil War?

• He was a Union general.

• He piloted the CSS Planter.

• He worked as a spy for the Union.

• He was a Confederate soldier.

How did Robert Smalls contribute to the Union after his escape?

• He became a Union general.

• He led a slave rebellion.

• He provided valuable intelligence and fought in battles.

• He worked as a spy in the Confederate army.

What was one of the first things Smalls did with his freedom and money?

• He moved to the North.

• He bought the plantation where he was enslaved.

• He started a business in Charleston.

• He traveled to Europe.

What legal challenges did Smalls face after the Civil War?

• He was accused of espionage.

• He was accused of treason.

• He faced legal battles over his property.

• He was charged with tax evasion.

What was a significant political achievement of Robert Smalls?

• He was elected to the US House of Representatives.

• He became the first black governor.

• He became the mayor of Charleston.

• He was appointed as a Supreme Court judge.

What was the outcome of the 1876 presidential election?

• Hayes won both the popular and electoral votes.

• Tilden won the popular vote, but Hayes won the electoral vote.

• Tilden won both the popular and electoral votes.

• Hayes won the popular vote, but Tilden won the electoral vote.

What systemic challenge did Smalls face that affected his political career?

• He was falsely charged with bribery.

• He was banned from voting.

• He was forced to resign due to health issues.

• He was denied entry into Congress.

What was the impact of the new South Carolina Constitution of 1895?

• It granted voting rights to all citizens.

• It allowed women to vote.

• It restricted voting rights for black people.

• It abolished slavery in the state.

What was the main reason for the end of Reconstruction?

• The economic collapse of the South.

• The end of the Civil War.

• A backroom deal between political parties.

• The election of a new president.