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The Denmark Vesey Plot: A Turn in History

Quiz by Steven Jones

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  • Q1
    Who was Denmark Vesey?
    A former slave who bought his freedom
    A famous journalist
    A wealthy plantation owner
    A politician
    30s
  • Q2
    What event led Denmark Vesey to plan a rebellion?
    A natural disaster
    His career in the military
    The desire to free enslaved relatives and friends
    A presidential election
    30s
  • Q3
    What was one of Vesey's major goals for the rebellion?
    To create a new religion
    To sail to Haiti after freeing enslaved individuals
    To establish a new government
    To join forces with the British
    30s
  • Q4
    What ultimately happened to Vesey's plans?
    They succeeded with no consequences
    They were ignored by the authorities
    They were postponed indefinitely
    They were revealed before execution
    30s
  • Q5
    What was the reaction of the authorities to Vesey's plot?
    They offered him a deal
    They ignored the plot entirely
    They celebrated his boldness
    They acted quickly and executed several accused individuals
    30s
  • Q6
    What did Vesey's rebellion highlight in American society?
    The rise of industrialization
    The importance of agriculture
    The desire for freedom among enslaved people
    The need for military strength
    30s
  • Q7
    How did the white population respond to Vesey's plot?
    With fear and the enactment of stricter laws
    With a call for more freedoms for Black people
    With indifference and apathy
    With support for the rebellion
    30s
  • Q8
    What year did Vesey begin to organize the rebellion?
    1830
    1790
    1801
    Around 1822
    30s
  • Q9
    What is Denmark Vesey remembered for today?
    His writings and speeches
    His wealth and success
    His boldness and hope for equality and freedom
    His role in the military
    30s
  • Q10
    What impact did Vesey's plans have on U.S. history?
    They caused a civil war immediately
    They left a profound impact on the history of the United States
    They inspired the abolition of all slavery
    They had no lasting effects
    30s

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