Leadership And Papacy Flashcards
Who was Harriet Tubman?
Harriet Tubman was born into slavery in Maryland, USA, in 1820.
What incident occurred when Harriet Tubman was sent to a store?
She met an enslaved boy who had left his plantation without permission.
What did Harriet Tubman refuse to do when confronted by the overseer?
She refused to help restrain the boy.
What did the overseer do to Harriet Tubman?
He threw a 2lb weight at the boy, which hit Harriet in the head.
What injury did Harriet Tubman sustain from the overseer’s actions?
She suffered a fractured skull.
What happened to Harriet Tubman after she regained consciousness?
She was not offered medical attention but was sent back to work.
What significant event happened soon after Harriet Tubman’s accident?
She had a vision from God urging her to escape slavery
This vision was a pivotal moment in her life, motivating her to take action.
What did Harriet Tubman believe God was urging her to do?
To escape slavery
This belief was central to her decision to flee.
What was occurring in the context of slavery at the time Harriet Tubman had her vision?
Numerous revolts by slaves and many had already become free
These events reflected a growing resistance against slavery.
Where did Harriet Tubman escape to after her vision?
Pennsylvania
At this time, slavery had been abolished in Pennsylvania.
What method did Harriet Tubman use to escape slavery?
The Underground Railroad
The Underground Railroad was a network of secret routes and safe houses used by slaves to escape to free states.
What was the ‘Underground Railroad’?
A group of people who offered safe houses, aid, and transport to help enslaved people reach freedom in the northern states or Canada.
The term was symbolic; it was not a literal underground railroad.
Were there actual railroads involved in the ‘Underground Railroad’?
No, there were no actual railroads involved.
The name is metaphorical.
What were the safe homes called in the ‘Underground Railroad’?
‘Stations’
Each station had a ‘conductor’ responsible for moving enslaved people.
What was the role of a ‘conductor’ in the ‘Underground Railroad’?
Responsible for moving enslaved people from station to station.
Conductors played a crucial role in the operation.
How did enslaved people travel during their escape on the ‘Underground Railroad’?
They travelled by foot, crossing rivers, swamps, and hiking mountains, often at night.
They would hide in barns and other places to avoid capture.
What types of assistance did people provide to help enslaved individuals escape?
Food, money, and clothes.
Many individuals and families contributed to the efforts.
Fill in the blank: The ‘Underground Railroad’ helped enslaved people reach freedom in the northern states or _______.
Canada
True or False: The ‘Underground Railroad’ operated openly and was well-known to the public.
False
It operated in secrecy to protect the escapees and those assisting them.
What did Harriet Tubman believe about her freedom?
She believed she owed her freedom to God
This belief motivated her actions and dedication to helping others escape.
How far did Harriet Tubman journey back to Maryland after her escape?
200 miles
She returned to save enslaved people using the Underground Railroad.
How many journeys did Harriet Tubman make to lead people to freedom?
13 different journeys
Each journey was perilous and required great courage.
How many people did Harriet Tubman lead to freedom?
70 people
She was instrumental in their escape from slavery.
What was significant about Harriet Tubman’s success in her missions?
She never lost a single person
This highlights her leadership and commitment to the safety of those she helped.
