Venture Smith and Broteer Furro

The video explores the life of Venture Smith, born Broteer Furro in West Africa, who was captured and sold into slavery. Despite enduring severe hardships, he managed to purchase his freedom and that of his family. Smith's story highlights the resilience and determination of enslaved individuals in their quest for freedom and justice. His legacy is a testament to the strength and perseverance of those who fought against the oppressive systems of their time.

What was the primary goal of the page created by the narrator?

• To discuss modern politics

• To promote American history

• To teach black history

• To share personal stories

Where was Broteer Furro born?

• South America

• North America

• West Africa

• East Africa

What task was young Broteer assigned while living with the wealthy farmer?

• Caring for cattle

• Building houses

• Caring for sheep

• Harvesting crops

What was Broteer renamed after being purchased at the British slave trade?

• Solomon Smith

• Oliver Smith

• Cuff Smith

• Venture Smith

How did Venture Smith earn money to buy his freedom?

• By teaching

• By working on a plantation

• By selling crafts

• By cutting wood and selling produce

What was the name of Venture Smith's first child?

• Hannah

• Margaret

• Cuff

• Solomon

What significant purchase did Venture Smith make in 1775?

• A ship

• A farm

• A house

• A business

What was the outcome of the unjust charge against Venture Smith in his 60s?

• He was imprisoned

• He was fined 10 pounds

• He was exiled

• He was acquitted

How did Venture Smith expand his farm by 1778?

• By purchasing additional land

• By inheriting land

• By renting land

• By clearing forest land

What was Venture Smith's primary occupation in his later years?

• Teaching

• Fishing and farming

• Trading goods

• Building ships