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Flashcards on The Underground Railroad and Abolitionist Movement
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What was the Underground Railroad?
A network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans to escape to free states and Canada.
Who were the key figures in the Abolitionist Movement?
Prominent individuals such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, William Lloyd Garrison, and Sojourner Truth.
What was the goal of the Abolitionist Movement?
To put an end to slavery and advocate for the immediate emancipation of all enslaved individuals.
When did the Underground Railroad operate?
The Underground Railroad operated from the late 18th century to the Civil War era (late 1700s to 1865).
What was the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850?
A law that allowed for the capture and return of runaway slaves, even in free states.
What were the dangers faced by those involved in the Underground Railroad?
Dangers included being caught by slave catchers, facing physical harm, and potential separation from family members.
How did abolitionists spread their message?
Through newspapers, speeches, pamphlets, and participating in organized protests and events.
Who was Harriet Tubman?
An escaped slave who became a leading abolitionist and helped many enslaved individuals find freedom using the Underground Railroad.
What was the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation?
It declared that all slaves in Confederate territory were to be set free, helping to shift the focus of the Civil War towards abolishing slavery.
What role did the Quakers play in the Underground Railroad?
Many Quakers were active abolitionists and provided support, shelter, and assistance to escaped slaves on their journey to freedom.
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Who were some key figures in the Abolitionist Movement?
George Washington
Christopher Columbus
Frederick Douglass
Thomas Jefferson
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What was the main purpose of the Underground Railroad?
To transport goods underground
To establish secret societies
To help enslaved individuals escape to freedom
To promote slavery
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Who was known as the 'Moses' of the Underground Railroad?
Sojourner Truth
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Harriet Tubman
Rosa Parks
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What was the period of operation for the Underground Railroad?
19th century
16th century
Late 18th century to the Civil War era
20th century
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What did the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 allow?
Freeing of slaves
Expansion of slavery into new territories
Capture and return of runaway slaves
Abolition of slavery
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Which organization played an important role in the Underground Railroad?
NAACP
Greenpeace
Quakers
Red Cross
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What was the goal of the Abolitionist Movement?
Promote slavery
Establish separate societies for enslaved individuals
End slavery and emancipate all enslaved individuals
Expand the institution of slavery
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Who authored the famous newspaper 'The North Star'?
Susan B. Anthony
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Frederick Douglass
Martin Luther King Jr.
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What impact did the Emancipation Proclamation have on slavery?
It abolished slavery in all states
It granted freedom to enslaved individuals
It declared slaves in Confederate territory to be set free
It had no impact on slavery
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What were the risks faced by those involved in the Underground Railroad?
Financial loss
Social exclusion
Capture by slave catchers
Lack of supplies
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