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Which state was Booker born in?
Virginia
What was the reality for the 4 million people forced into slavery in the South?
They were treated like property
Why did Booker's owners rarely beat their slaves?
They wanted to sell them for a higher price
What did Booker dream of?
Getting an education
Why was it illegal for a slave to learn to read or write?
An education gives a person power
Test your knowledge about the book "Up From Slavery" by Lauren Tarshis and its themes of slavery, oppression, and resilience. Learn about Booker's experiences as a slave, and how he defied the odds to become a prominent figure in American history.
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