Statues of Tubman, Douglass unveiled in Maryland

The video discusses a joint legislative session where statues of Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman are unveiled. It highlights the significance of recognizing their contributions, with Douglass having visited the State House. The session marks the first time the state officially acknowledges both figures. Additionally, it mentions Douglass's role in drafting a model for the statue creation.

Why was Frederick Douglass's statue included in the State House?

• He was born in Maryland.

• He was a friend of Harriet Tubman.

• He was a famous abolitionist.

• He had visited the State House.

Who was recognized alongside Frederick Douglass for their contributions?

• Sojourner Truth

• Harriet Tubman

• Booker T. Washington

• W.E.B. Du Bois

What is significant about the legislature's decision regarding the statues?

• It is the first time the public recognizes Douglass and Tubman.

• It is the first time Douglass and Tubman are mentioned together.

• It marks the first official state recognition of their contributions.

• It is the first time statues are placed in the State House.

What role did Frederick Douglass play in relation to Ed Morris?

• He sculpted the statue of Ed Morris.

• He wrote a draft related to Ed Morris.

• He modeled for Ed Morris's statue.

• He commissioned Ed Morris's statue.

What was Ed Morris's involvement in the statue creation?

• He was the model for the statue.

• He was the sculptor of the statue.

• He funded the statue's creation.

• He unveiled the statue.