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the nickname slaves gave Harriet Tubman was mosses because she drew out so many slaves
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Slaves referred to Harriet Tubman as "Moses" because she led them to freedom, much like the biblical figure who led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt.
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Did slave owners have children by slaves?
Yes. Females slaves were raped by owners to give birth to Mulatos, which were slaves as well.
How did slaves give voice to their ideas about freedom?
All of the above. Source: Quia confirmed my answer.
Why did slaves risk their lives to be free?
To become indipendent and give their kids a new (and good) future.
Why was reconstruction a failure?
The failure of reconstruction is universally agreed on, but the exact reason is a source of debate. The slaves were freed, but racism and hatred continued. The government did not give the slaves the tools to become successful.
Why were slave codes passed?
Slave codes were created to give status of slaves and the rights of masters. Slave owners would have absolute power over theses' slaves if they have these codes.
What was Harriet Tubmen favorite music?
Most likely it was one of the popular gospel songs. The songs were used by the slaves to give each other messages under the nose of their masters.
What did Harriet Tubman dreamed of?
Her biography doesn't give that information. But I would guess freedom for slaves.
What did harriet Tubman give?
She gave freedom to the slaves and she gave all enslaved African Americans a way to get out of slavery
What is Harriet Tubman's favorite song?
Most likely it was one of the popular gospel songs. The songs were used by the slaves to give each other messages under the nose of their masters.
Did Harriet Tubman give birth?
no
What were Harriet Tubman's contributions to history?
Harriet Tubman was very.... determined I should say. During the civil war the slavery didn't pause, stop, anything. Slavery was still going when the war was just beginning. During that time Harriet saved over 15,000 slaves! Now, coming from a 6th grader in Southeastern Kentucky that's what I learned about her. I may not have all of the details so you might wanna go to ask.com for more info. It will take you to here. But when it brings up all of the sites. Go to the one that is JUST about Harriet Tubman. That will give you a whole dang report! It works the best. TRUST ME! I did a report on her. That site is AWESOME!
What did Harriet Tubman have to give up?
she had to give up her family and friends
What happened to the quarrel between north and south over slavery?
those in the North were roused by the books written by Harriet Beecher Stowe. while those in the south were not ready to give up their slaves, Abraham Lincoln, as the president, said that there would no longer be any slavery
What kind of help does the white women give to Harriet Tubman Harriet?
the white women gave no help
What kind of nickname might the boys give him?
"Your a pig! split it in half!" is a nickname they might give at lunch.
Why did Harriet give her patchwork quilt?
She wanted to geeze
What famous speech did Harriet Tubman give?
probably
