Slave Codes and Restrictions Quiz
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What were the purposes of giving enslaved people Sundays off according to the text?

  • To limit their interactions with others.
  • To punish them for misbehaving.
  • To prevent them from running away.
  • To allow them to attend church and appear godly. (correct)
  • What were some of the restrictions imposed on enslaved people under the slave codes?

  • They could marry legally.
  • They were allowed to defend themselves against a white person.
  • They could gather in groups freely.
  • They could not leave their home without a pass. (correct)
  • Which of the following methods of resistance did enslaved women use according to the text?

  • Running away
  • Attacking white people
  • Participating in revolts
  • Refusing to reproduce (correct)
  • What was the outcome of Denmark Vesey's planned slave rebellion?

    <p>Someone revealed the plan, leading to Vesey's capture and execution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following individuals led a slave revolt that resulted in the death of 60 white people?

    <p>Nat Turner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Nat Turner's rebellion as mentioned in the text?

    <p>It was the largest uprising before the Civil War.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following punishments were commonly inflicted on enslaved individuals for misbehaving?

    <p>Branding and whipping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the restrictions imposed on enslaved people under the slave codes as mentioned in the text?

    <p>They could carry weapons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a method of resistance used by enslaved people that involved destroying crops, starting fires, and breaking tools?

    <p>Covert action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was an enslaved person in the Caribbean before coming to the United States and planned a significant slave rebellion?

    <p>Denmark Vesey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Stono Rebellion mentioned in the text?

    <p>It ended with the leaders being caught, tried, and executed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Nat Turner's rebellion differ from Denmark Vesey's planned revolt?

    <p>Nat Turner's rebellion resulted in more deaths</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did slave holders provide enslaved people with Sundays off according to the text?

    <p>To ensure they stay healthy and appear godly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following punishments was NOT commonly inflicted on enslaved individuals for misbehaving as per the text?

    <p>Owning property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did enslaved women do as a form of resistance according to the text?

    <p>Refused to reproduce</p> Signup and view all the answers

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