Governor Floyd's Diary on Nat Turner's Rebellion

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What action was taken against some of the captured insurgents as reported by Governor John Floyd?

They were sent to a different county jail.
They were released after a trial.
They were recruited to join the Cavalry.
They were condemned to death for conspiracy. (correct)

How does Governor John Floyd describe the actions taken by the insurgents during the rebellion?

They showed mercy to their victims.
They were mostly peaceful protests.
They committed brutal acts of violence. (correct)
They aimed to negotiate for their freedom.

Which of the following individuals was NOT mentioned as part of the condemned prisoners?

David (correct)
Jack
Ezekiel
Moses

On which day did Governor Floyd receive information regarding the conviction of the prisoners?

The third day. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What sentence was suggested for Moses and David by the court?

Transportation. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did Governor Floyd observe about some slaves during the rebellion?

They defended their masters. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many insurgents were reported to have been captured according to General Eppes' information?

Forty. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the author's primary concern regarding the events in Southampton County?

The possibility of a widespread insurrection (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did the author describe their physical state on the sixth day?

Laborious and feverish (B) Signup and view all the answers

What decision did the author make regarding the slaves condemned to execution?

To not interfere with the legal proceedings (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the author do in response to the reports of insubordination in Northampton County?

Sent ammunition to the county by boat (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was recommended for five of the slaves involved in the Southampton insurrection?

Transportation as punishment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What role did the preacher from the District of Columbia play in relation to the events described?

He was suspected to be the instigator of the unrest (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the author do on the fourth day?

Wrote to General Eppes to maintain a guard (A) Signup and view all the answers

What observation was made about the group found with weapons in Northampton County?

They were forcibly yielding some weapons to the authorities (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the author’s state change by the eleventh day?

Felt better and had a better appetite (A) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Governor Floyd's Diary Entries

Governor Floyd received regular reports from General Eppes regarding the capture and trial of individuals involved in Nat Turner's rebellion.
The Southampton court convicted several slaves for conspiracy and murder.
Governor Floyd received the court records, including the conviction of four slaves, and agreed to commute the sentences of Andrew and Jack to transportation, but Moses and Ezekiel were to be hanged.
The Governor received reports of brutality committed by those involved in the rebellion.
The Governor ordered General Eppes to maintain a guard at Southampton and disband the rest of the military force.
The Governor received a report of eight slaves being condemned for the Southampton massacre, with executions scheduled for Friday and Monday.
The Governor stated he would not interfere with the legal proceedings of the court.
Governor Floyd attended to official duties regarding the James River Company, Board of Public Works, and Northwestern Turnpike Company.
The Governor received reports of a potential insurrection in Northampton County from Colonel Christian.
The Governor expressed concern about the potential for a wider rebellion in Southampton and sent ammunition to Northampton County by boat.
The Governor suspected the insurrections stemmed from preachers in the region.
The Governor received a report of nine slaves being tried for involvement in the Southampton insurrection, with five recommended for transportation.
The Governor was ill during this document period.
The Governor was unable to commute sentences for transportation because the Council of State was absent, and he was unable to act without their advice.

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This quiz explores the critical entries from Governor Floyd's diary regarding Nat Turner's rebellion and its repercussions. It highlights Floyd's decisions on the trial and sentencing of those involved, as well as the governor's management of military forces and public safety. Test your knowledge of this historical event and its implications on society.