Minty's Journey and the Underground Railroad

Chapter three of Harriet Tubman's story explores her challenging life as a field slave, her exposure to Nat Turner's rebellion, and her growing desire for freedom. It introduces the concept of the Underground Railroad and details Minty's injury and subsequent recovery, which led to her experiencing dreams and visions that strengthened her resolve to escape slavery.

What did Minty find more challenging than her previous tasks?

• Checking muskrat traps

• Working as a field slave

• Babysitting for Miss Susan

• Cooking for the Braudess family

What was the role of the overseer on the plantation?

• To provide medical care

• To manage plantation finances

• To teach slaves to read

• To supervise and punish slaves

What significant event did Nat Turner lead?

• A peaceful protest

• A negotiation for freedom

• A rebellion against slave owners

• A journey on the Underground Railroad

What was the Underground Railroad?

• A train system for slaves

• A secret route for escaping slavery

• A plantation in the North

• A legal document for freedom

What happened to Minty when she tried to protect a fellow slave?

• She was struck in the head

• She was rewarded

• She was ignored

• She was freed

What did Minty believe her sleeping spells did for her?

• Made her more fearful

• Caused her to forget

• Connected her to God

• Made her weaker

How did Minty describe her visions?

• As nightmares

• As conversations with angels

• As memories of the past

• As stories from her childhood

What did Minty often dream about?

• Becoming a plantation owner

• Learning to read and write

• Talking to angels about escaping slavery

• Returning to Africa

What did Minty see in her dreams and visions?

• A stormy sea

• A line with green fields and flowers

• A dark forest

• A bustling city

What did Minty believe her dreams were preparing her for?

• A life of servitude

• Important work for her people

• A career in politics

• A journey to Europe