Harriet Tubman: A Conductor on the Underground Railroad

This worksheet covers the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman, focusing on her role in the Underground Railroad and her contributions to the abolitionist movement.

Grade 6 Social studies HistoryU.S. HistoryHarriet Tubman

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SS.6.G.1.2SS.6.A.2.6Harriet TubmanUnderground RailroadSlaveryAbolitionistU.S. History

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Harriet Tubman: A Conductor on the Underground Railroad

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Some questions may require you to recall information about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad.

1. What was Harriet Tubman's original name?

Harriet Ross

Araminta Ross

Minty Green

Sarah Tubman

2. The Underground Railroad was a network of:

Secret tunnels for trains.

Safe houses and routes for escaping slaves.

Underground gold mines.

A secret military operation.

3. Harriet Tubman was born into in Maryland.

4. She was known as the 'Moses of her People' because she led many slaves to .

5. Harriet Tubman made only one trip on the Underground Railroad.

True

False

6. Harriet Tubman served as a scout and spy for the Union Army during the Civil War.

True

False

7. Describe one challenge Harriet Tubman faced while leading enslaved people to freedom.

8. Explain why Harriet Tubman is considered an important figure in American history. Use specific examples from her life to support your answer.