Slavery In America Quiz

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    There were other races enslaved in America.

    • True
    • False
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A quick interactive quiz to see how much information you know about slavery in America.

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  • 2. 

    Dred Scott succesfully sued for his freedom.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Dred Scott did not successfully sue for his freedom. In fact, the Supreme Court ruled against him in the landmark case of Dred Scott v. Sandford in 1857. The court held that Scott, as a black man, was not a citizen and therefore did not have the right to sue in federal court. This decision further fueled the tensions between the North and South over the issue of slavery, ultimately contributing to the outbreak of the American Civil War.

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    What is Harriet Tubman's real name?

    • Maracoma Nyre

    • Araminta Ross

    • Harriet Tubman

    Correct Answer
    A. Araminta Ross
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Araminta Ross. Harriet Tubman was born as Araminta Ross and later changed her name to Harriet Tubman. She was an African American abolitionist and political activist who played a key role in rescuing enslaved people through the Underground Railroad during the 19th century. Tubman is recognized for her bravery and leadership in the fight against slavery, and her real name was Araminta Ross before she adopted the name Harriet Tubman.

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  • 4. 

    How many deaths did Nat Turner's rebellion cause?

    • 56

    • 65

    • 70

    Correct Answer
    A. 56
    Explanation
    Nat Turner's rebellion, which took place in 1831, resulted in the deaths of approximately 56 people. Turner, an enslaved African American, led a violent uprising in Virginia, aiming to challenge the institution of slavery. The rebellion was eventually suppressed by local militia and resulted in harsh repercussions for enslaved individuals in the region. The given answer of 56 accurately reflects the number of deaths caused by Nat Turner's rebellion.

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    What year did slavery begin?

    Correct Answer
    1607
    1600's
    1600s
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1607, which refers to the year when slavery began. The other options, 1600's and 1600s, also indicate the same time period. Slavery started in the early 17th century when the first African slaves were brought to the English colony of Jamestown, Virginia in 1607.

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