Discussion – Slave Society/Underground Railroad
This is a graded discussion: 15 points possible
Discussion – Slave Society/Underground Railroad
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Read the following and watch the videos to learn about slave life and slave societies.
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Discuss the slave community on the plantation. How did slaves create their own community? What actions would you practice or have you practiced to maintain your identity in a country and society that is not your country of origin? Be specific and explain how and why these things would help you maintain your identity.
Slave Society on the Southern PlantationLinks to an external site.
Plantation Life – Encyclopedia.comLinks to an external site.
The Slave ExperienceLinks to an external site.
Slavery and Religion in the Antebellum SouthLinks to an external site.
Music in Slave Life Links to an external site.
