Changing Abolitionism

Question 1

When Newman writes “Our race has been taught to think that it was to be the example of all coming human governments,” he is saying that

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the United States is supposed to be a great example of fair government.

Question 2

When Newman says he is proud to say his motto is “Give me liberty or give me death,” what is his point?

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He will die rather than be enslaved.; He is ready to use violence against enslavers.

Question 3

According to the reading, what is it a virtue to kill or to die for?

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defending personal liberty

Question 4

What is Newman implying about enslaved people?

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that they would rather die than be enslaved

Question 5

Why does Mrs. Bird say she will break the new law?

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It is a bad law.

Question 6

Why does Mrs. Bird think she should break the law?

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Obeying the law would force her to reject what the Bible tells her to do.

Question 7

Now that you have gone over both readings, write a short paragraph in which you compare the two. How are they alike?

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Question 8

What comparisons did you include in your response?

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Both dealt with the hardship of slavery.; Both talked about ways that enslaved people could resist.; Both speak out against the Fugitive Slave Act.

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