The Brave Journey of the Underground Railroad
Questions:
5
Grade:
3
Words:
60
Did you know the 'Underground Railroad' was not a train? It was a secret path that brave people took to escape slavery and reach free places. One hero was Harriet Tubman, who escaped and then helped others. This journey to freedom was dangerous, but they believed in a better life. The Underground Railroad is an important part of American history.
Question 1
What was the Underground Railroad?
A
A train
B
An expressway
C
A secret path to escape slavery
Explanation. The Underground Railroad was a secret path that brave people took to escape slavery and reach free places. It is an important part of American history.
D
A tunnel
E
A cave
Question 2
Who was Harriet Tubman?
A
A teacher
B
A nurse
C
A slave owner
D
A hero who helped others escape slavery
Explanation. Harriet Tubman was a brave woman who escaped slavery and then helped others do the same.
E
A farmer
Question 3
What does 'escape' mean in this context?
A
To run fast
B
To hide
C
To get free from something
Explanation. In the context of the Underground Railroad, 'escape' means to get free from slavery.
D
To fight
E
To ignore
Question 4
Why was the journey to freedom dangerous?
A
Because there were wild animals
B
Because the path was slippery
C
Because there was a cliff
D
Because it involved escaping slavery and could result in punishment if caught
Explanation. The journey to freedom was dangerous because it involved escaping slavery, which was illegal and could result in severe punishment if caught.
E
Because it was dark
Question 5
Why is the Underground Railroad an important part of American history?
A
Because it was a major train route
B
Because it was a significant achievement in engineering
C
Because it led to the discovery of gold
D
Because it was a path to freedom for many slaves
Explanation. The Underground Railroad is an important part of American history because it was a secret path that many slaves took to escape slavery and reach free places.
E
Because it was a scenic route
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