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What was Harriet Tubman's original name?
What was Harriet Tubman's original name?
- Minty Green
- Benjamin Ross
- Araminta Ross (correct)
- Rit Green
How did Harriet Tubman change her name?
How did Harriet Tubman change her name?
- To respect her ancestors
- In memory of her siblings
- To honor her father
- In honor of her mother (correct)
Why did Harriet Tubman prefer physical plantation work over indoor domestic chores?
Why did Harriet Tubman prefer physical plantation work over indoor domestic chores?
- She disliked working indoors
- She found the work less demanding
- She enjoyed being outdoors (correct)
- She faced less abuse outside
How did Harriet Tubman's family get separated despite her mother's efforts?
How did Harriet Tubman's family get separated despite her mother's efforts?
Why was Harriet Tubman whipped when she was working as a nursemaid?
Why was Harriet Tubman whipped when she was working as a nursemaid?
At what age was Harriet Tubman rented out to set muskrat traps?
At what age was Harriet Tubman rented out to set muskrat traps?
What physical injury did Harriet sustain while trying to protect a fugitive from an overseer?
What physical injury did Harriet sustain while trying to protect a fugitive from an overseer?
What health condition did Harriet develop as a result of the incident with the weight?
What health condition did Harriet develop as a result of the incident with the weight?
Why did Harriet's infirmity make her unattractive to potential slave buyers and renters?
Why did Harriet's infirmity make her unattractive to potential slave buyers and renters?
What year did Harriet marry John Tubman?
What year did Harriet marry John Tubman?
What event led Harriet to plan an escape from slavery?
What event led Harriet to plan an escape from slavery?
What caused Harriet to change her last name from Ross to Tubman?
What caused Harriet to change her last name from Ross to Tubman?
