Escaping Slavery in America Quiz
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What was the primary purpose of the Underground Railroad?

  • To provide education for enslaved individuals
  • To help enslaved people escape to freedom (correct)
  • To establish a network of communication
  • To transport goods across the country
  • How did enslaved people escape using the Underground Railroad?

  • By seeking refuge in churches and community centers
  • By following secret routes and using safe houses (correct)
  • By traveling on an actual underground train
  • By using coded messages on social media
  • Why was escaping to freedom difficult for enslaved people?

  • Due to lack of desire to escape
  • Because they faced severe punishments if captured (correct)
  • Because they were not aware of the Underground Railroad
  • Because they were well-treated on plantations
  • What is the significance of the year 1619 in relation to the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in Virginia?

    <p>It represents the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in Virginia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were many people willing to aid fugitive enslaved individuals in their escape to freedom?

    <p>Because they opposed slavery and wanted to help enslaved individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

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