The Man Who Planned to Make Antigua an African State

The transcript narrates the story of Quaco, a ten-year-old boy captured from Ghana and enslaved in the Caribbean. Known as Prince Class, he was put in charge of a plantation in Antigua. Despite his strength and courage, he witnessed severe cruelty towards enslaved people, fueling his desire for freedom. In 1728, he devised a plan to abolish slavery and make Antigua an African state. However, the plan was leaked, leading to his capture and execution in 1736, serving as a warning to others.

What was the original name of Prince Class before he was captured?

• Quaco

• Kwame

• Kwesi

• Kofi

What role did Prince Class take on the plantation in Antigua?

• Cook

• Supervisor

• Field Worker

• Plantation Manager

What was the ultimate goal of Prince Class's rebellion plan?

• To escape to another island

• To negotiate better working conditions

• To return to Ghana

• To establish an African state in Antigua

How long did it take to plan the rebellion led by Prince Class?

• Eight years

• Seven years

• Six years

• Five years

What was the fate of Prince Class after the rebellion plan was leaked?

• He escaped to freedom

• He was imprisoned for life

• He was publicly executed

• He was pardoned