Unearthing Heroes: Explore the Legacy of The Underground Railroad
An extraordinary blend of reality and magic, The Underground Railroad is a powerful narrative that follows Cora’s harrowing journey to freedom, navigating perilous paths and confronting the echoes of a brutal past while seeking hope and resilience.
The Underground Railroad Trivia
What was the primary purpose of the Underground Railroad? (Medium)
#1: To transport goods
#2: To help enslaved people escape to freedom
#3: To establish trade routes
#4: To provide education
Who was the most famous conductor on the Underground Railroad? (Hard)
#1: Harriet Tubman
#2: Frederick Douglass
#3: Sojourner Truth
#4: William Lloyd Garrison
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The Underground Railroad Fun Facts
Harriet Tubman, a key figure in the Underground Railroad, made 19 trips to help slaves escape and is estimated to have rescued around 300 people.
The Underground Railroad used a variety of code words and symbols, such as the North Star and special quilts, to communicate and guide escaped slaves to safety.
The Underground Railroad Polls
What aspect of The Underground Railroad interests you the most?
Stories of escapees
Historical figures involved
Methods of operation
Impact on the abolition movement
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What historical figure related to The Underground Railroad inspires you the most?
Harriet Tubman
Frederick Douglass
Sojourner Truth
Levi Coffin
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