James Fortin's Life and Achievements

The video tells the story of James Fortin, an African-American who overcame obstacles to become a significant figure during and after the American Revolution. Born in Philadelphia, Fortin worked in sail making, joined the navy, and fought for American freedom. Captured by the British, he avoided being sold into slavery due to a friendship with a British captain's son. After the war, Fortin became a successful businessman and a prominent abolitionist, advocating for the rights of African-Americans and women.

What is the main focus of the biography of James Fortin?

• His childhood games

• His favorite foods

• The clothes he wore

• The sequence of events in his life

Where was James Fortin born?

• Philadelphia

• Charleston

• Boston

• New York

What was James Fortin's father's occupation?

• Farmer

• Carpenter

• Sailmaker

• Blacksmith

What did James Fortin's father insist on for his son?

• Learning to cook

• Learning to read and write

• Learning to fight

• Learning to dance

What event allowed James Fortin to finally go to sea?

• His mother's permission

• His father's death

• A friend's invitation

• A job offer

What was the name of the ship James Fortin served on during the war?

• Royal Louis

• HMS Victory

• USS Constitution

• USS Enterprise

What was James Fortin's job on the Royal Louis?

• Navigator

• Powder boy

• Cook

• Captain

What happened to the Royal Louis during its encounter with British ships?

• It was victorious

• It surrendered

• It escaped

• It sank

How did James Fortin avoid being sent to the West Indies as a slave?

• He bribed the guards

• He befriended the captain's son

• He was freed by a friend

• He escaped

What did James Fortin do after the war?

• Ran a sailmaking business

• Became a teacher

• Joined the navy

• Became a farmer