Nat Turner, Denmark Vesey, and Frederick Douglas
What were the two results of Nat Turner's Rebellion?
1. A law was passed that made it illegal for black people (both slave and free) to get an education. 2. A white minister was required to be present at church gatherings for black people.
Who is Denmark Vesey?
Denmark Vesey was a slave who bought his own freedom. He lived in Charleston, South Carolina. Vesey planned the largest slave rebellion in US history. A house slave warned the white master of the plot though and Vesey and his followers were eventually caught and killed.
Who is Frederick Douglass?
Douglass was an abolitionist. He was an ex-slave. He was known for his speaking and writing ability. He was a conductor of the underground railroad.
How was Denmark Vesey able to buy his own freedom?
He won a street lottery.
Why is it important that Douglas was such a phenomenal speaker and writer?
Many whites at the time believed that black people were not intelligent enough to live on their own without help from a white master. Douglass disproved this.
Who is Nat Turner and what did he do?
Nat Turner was a slave who could read and teach the bible. He lived in Southampton, Virginia. He lead a slave rebellion that resulted in the death of at least 56 people. He was eventually caught and executed.
Why was it important for Mr. Ben to teach you about slave revolts?
White, southern historians tried and still do try to say that black slaves enjoyed their slavery and lived happy lives in bondage. Why would a slave risk his or her life to revolt if they were happy?
