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Define Underground Railroad.
Secret network aiding enslaved people to escape to freedom.
Define Abolitionist.
Person who sought to end slavery.
Define Fugitive Slave Acts.
Laws allowing capture and return of escaped enslaved people.
Define 'Conductor' (UGRR context).
Person who guided enslaved people to freedom.
Define 'Safe House'.
A place where escaping enslaved people could find shelter and assistance.
Define 'Moses' (Tubman context).
Nickname for Harriet Tubman, referencing her leadership.
Define 'Spirituals'.
Religious songs used for coded communication among enslaved people.
Define 'Slave Catchers'.
Individuals empowered to pursue and capture escaped enslaved people.
Define 'Coded Language'.
Secret communication methods used to avoid detection.
Define 'Oral Traditions'.
Stories passed down verbally through generations.
What was the Underground Railroad?
Secret network aiding enslaved people to escape to freedom.
What was the Fugitive Slave Act of 1793?
Authorized capture of escaped enslaved people.
What was the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850?
Strengthened capture/return of escaped enslaved people.
What was the Combahee River Raid?
Military operation led by Harriet Tubman, liberating 700+.
What was the Civil War?
War where Tubman served as a spy and nurse.
What was the impact of escape?
Caused emotional turmoil for those leaving and left behind.
What was the role of the North Star?
Literal and symbolic guide for escaping slaves.
What was the importance of faith?
Faith was a source of strength in Tubman's journey.
What was the role of spirituals?
Religious songs conveyed secret messages about escape.
What was the impact of coded communication?
Slaves had to be discreet to avoid detection.
Cause: Fugitive Slave Acts; Effect?
Increased danger for Underground Railroad operations.
Cause: Underground Railroad success; Effect?
Inspired hope and resistance among enslaved communities.
Cause: Tubman's leadership; Effect?
Liberation of 700+ during Combahee River Raid.
Cause: Coded communication; Effect?
Allowed slaves to communicate discreetly.
Cause: Decision to escape; Effect?
Caused emotional turmoil for those leaving and left behind.
Cause: Fugitive Slave Acts passage; Effect?
Increased danger for escaped slaves.
Cause: Tubman's service as spy; Effect?
Provided valuable information to Union commanders.
Cause: Tubman's faith; Effect?
Gave her courage and direction during her escape.
Cause: Use of spirituals; Effect?
Conveyed secret messages about escape plans.
Cause: Tubman's determination; Effect?
Led to successful escapes.