Jordan Anderson's Life and Legacy

Jordan Anderson's Life and Legacy

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

The video discusses the life of Jordan Anderson, a former slave who became famous for his satirical letter to his former master. The letter, which humorously demanded back pay for years of unpaid labor, was widely published and made Anderson a media sensation. The video also covers Anderson's early life, his emancipation during the Civil War, and his subsequent life in Dayton, Ohio, where he ensured his children received an education. The letter's impact was significant, leading to the downfall of his former master's plantation.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was a notable freed slave that championed both black and women's rights in the 19th century?

Booker T. Washington

Sojourner Truth

Frederick Douglass

Harriet Tubman

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the nature of the letter Jordan Anderson received from his former master?

A letter of apology

An invitation to a family event

A request for financial help

A request to return to work

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Jordan Anderson born?

Tennessee

Georgia

Alabama

Mississippi

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Jordan Anderson likely serve during his early years on the plantation?

Playmate and servant

Cook

Field worker

House servant

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Jordan Anderson gain his freedom?

He escaped

His master freed him

Union soldiers granted it

He purchased it

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant focus for Jordan Anderson after moving to Dayton, Ohio?

Starting a business

Educating his children

Writing a book

Traveling

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Jordan Anderson request in his response to Henry's letter?

A new job offer

Back wages for his and his wife's labor

A formal apology

A visit to the plantation

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for Henry Anderson after Jordan's letter was published?

He was imprisoned

He became a laughing stock

He was celebrated

He became wealthy