World Civilization Quiz on Black History

If there is resistance, what does that mean? What will happen to whites vs what will happen to blacks if they are caught

dangerous situations. Whites will get jail time, fines, and violence while blacks will be killed or re-enslaved

Different forms of resistance; the enslaved and outsiders

the enslaved - sabotage, feigning illness, working slowly, self-emancipation, rebellion

outsiders - aiding self-emancipation, resisting slaves catchers, organizing anti-slavery, groups, publishing

abolitionist movement

began in 1830's and aimed to end slavery in the US. Used written publications and speeches to persuade audiences against slavery. The most diverse movement of the time

The Underground Railroad

established late 1700s and was very unorganized and decentralized. There were major figures; William Still, Levi Coffin, and Harriet Tubman

William Still

"Father of Underground Railroad" and child of former slaves

Levi Coffin

"President of Underground Railroad"

Harriet Tubman

"Moses" and was self-emancipated

Who are the three abolitionists

Lucy Stanton, Angelina Grimke, and Fredrick Douglass

Lucy Stanton

born free in Ohio and was the first black woman to complete 4 year college. "Slavery is a combination of all crime. It is war"

Angelina Grimke

born into slave-owning South Carolina family. She and her sister left their family. She outspoken anti-slavery advocates and experienced gender discrimination

Fredrick Douglass

Published the North Star

what different motives did black americans here for joining the union war effect

Fight for equality and civil rights, fight for freedom and abolition from slavery and defending their country

What different roles did blacks serve in the civil war

They were soldiers, laborers, and nurses/medical assistants

Describe the treatment and risks encountered by black enlisted men

They could die or be re-enslaved. They also weren't treated equally and were not paid until 18 months if they wanted to serve in the military

W.E.B Du Bois

leading civil right activists and historian of his time

What issues does Du Bois have

racial segregation and discrimination

Civil War

1861-1865. South rebelled because they thought the north was going to get rid of slavery. more then 650,000 men died and the north won/ Blacks sought enlistment in the Union Army from the beginning of the war. Over 200,000 black men served in civil war

Massachusettes 54th

proving that African American soldiers could fight valiantly and effectively for their freedom and for the Union cause