Henry Box Brown's Journey to Freedom

The video tells the story of Henry Brown, a slave who ingeniously mails himself to freedom. It begins with his life as a slave, his family, and the heartbreak of losing them. Determined to be free, Henry devises a plan with the help of friends to escape by mailing himself in a box to Philadelphia. After a perilous journey, he gains his freedom and a new identity as Henry Box Brown.

What was the main reason Henry Brown did not know his birthday?

• His family never celebrated birthdays.

• He lost his birth certificate.

• Slaves were not allowed to know their birthdays.

• He was too young to remember.

What did Henry's master decide to do with him?

• Give him to his son.

• Set him free.

• Sell him to another plantation.

• Keep him as a personal servant.

Why was Nancy worried about their children?

• They were often sick.

• They were not getting enough education.

• They were misbehaving.

• Her master had financial troubles and might sell them.

How did Henry react when he learned his family was sold?

• He ran away immediately.

• He cried and couldn't move.

• He confronted the master.

• He sang a song of hope.

What inspired Henry to come up with his escape plan?

• A conversation with Dr. Smith.

• Seeing a bird flying free.

• A story he read.

• A dream he had.

Who helped Henry with his plan to mail himself to freedom?

• His master.

• His wife Nancy.

• A fellow slave.

• His friend James and Dr. Smith.

What was a major challenge Henry faced during his journey in the box?

• The box breaking open.

• Being turned upside down.

• Running out of air.

• Being discovered by the clerks.

How did Henry manage to stay quiet during the journey?

• He fell asleep.

• He covered his mouth to prevent coughing.

• He was too scared to make noise.

• He was gagged by his helpers.

What was significant about March 30th, 1849, for Henry?

• It was the day he met Dr. Smith.

• It was the day he was born.

• It was the day he gained his freedom.

• It was the day he got married.

What new name did Henry adopt after gaining his freedom?

• Henry Free Brown.

• Henry Box Brown.

• Henry Freedom Brown.

• Henry Liberty Brown.