Frederick Douglass Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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Who is Frederick Douglass?
A
He was a black american abolitionist, writer, and speaker in the 18th century.
2
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Where and when was Frederick Douglass born?
A
He was born in 1818 in Maryland.
3
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What was Frederick Douglass’s childhood like?
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He was born into slavery and only met his mother a few times. When Frederick Douglass was 8 he was sent to another plantation.
4
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How did Frederick Douglass escape?
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He disguised himself as a sailor and used a pass from a free black man.
5
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How did Frederick Douglass contribute towards the Underground Railroad?
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He used his clever writing skills that he taught himself and sometimes used his house and office as a safe room.
6
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How did Frederick Douglass die?
A
He died of a heart attack in 1895 in his own home.
