Henry Brown's Journey to Freedom

The video tells the story of Henry Brown, a slave who ingeniously mailed himself to freedom in a wooden box. It covers his early life, family separation, and the hardships he faced. With the help of friends, Henry executed a daring escape plan, leading to his freedom and a new life in Philadelphia, where he became known as Henry Box Brown.

What is the main reason Henry Brown doesn't know his birthday?

• His master forbade him from celebrating it.

• He forgot it over time.

• Slaves were not allowed to know their birthdays.

• He was never told by his parents.

What does Henry's mother compare the blowing leaves to?

• The unpredictability of life.

• The changing seasons.

• The fleeting nature of happiness.

• Slave children being torn from their families.

What does Henry hope for when his master is ill?

• To be given a new job.

• To be set free.

• To be given to another family.

• To inherit the master's wealth.

How does Henry feel when he sees a bird soaring above?

• Happy for the bird.

• Jealous of its freedom.

• Indifferent to its flight.

• Afraid of heights.

What is the main concern Nancy has about their children?

• They will not have enough food.

• They will be sold by her master.

• They will not receive an education.

• They will become ill.

What news does Henry's friend James bring him?

• His family has been freed.

• His family has been sold.

• He has been given a new job.

• His master has died.

What does Henry decide to do to gain his freedom?

• Disguise himself as a free man.

• Run away on foot.

• Hide in a ship.

• Mail himself in a box.

Who helps Henry with his escape plan?

• Nancy.

• His master.

• A fellow slave.

• His friend James and Dr. Smith.

What challenge does Henry face while inside the box?

• Being discovered by guards.

• Getting wet.

• Being upside down.

• Lack of air.

What significant event marks Henry's arrival in Philadelphia?

• He meets his family.

• He celebrates his first birthday.

• He is captured by slave catchers.

• He finds a new job.