Underground to Canada Test: Thursday May 6th

Underground to Canada Test Name:__________________

1. Why does Massa (Master) Jeb Hensen not like the slaves singing?



2. When was slavery abolished? Describe what harm slavery does to both the slave and slave owner. Slavery still exists in the world today. Find out where? Is there anything you can do to combat this slavery?






3. Imagine you are chained to the wagon and being forced to walk for days and days. Describe how you would feel.




4. Compare the slave quarters on one plantation with the ones at Massa Hensen's.




5. Where does the word prejudice originate? Find the answer by dividing the word into two parts? Have you ever displayed any kind of prejudice? For example, are you reluctant to taste new food? What are the causes of prejudice?



6. Define the following terms used by the underground railway: a. station b. freight c. dry goods d. hardware e. tracks


7. How does Liza react when she arrives in Canada?




8. Would you prefer to be a poorly treated free person or a well treated slave? Explain your answer.