OLAUDAH

Created by

Alexia Jones

Cards (24)

Where was Olaudah Equiano born?
Nigeria
What type of community did Olaudah Equiano grow up in?
A vibrant community
What did Olaudah Equiano learn in his childhood?
Their language and customs
What significant event happened to Olaudah Equiano in his childhood?
He was kidnapped
Who was kidnapped by slave traders at age 11?
Olaudah Equiano
How did Olaudah Equiano's upbringing reflect traditional beliefs?
He lived according to traditional beliefs
What kind of life did Olaudah Equiano enjoy before his kidnapping?
A normal life
What was the impact of Olaudah Equiano's kidnapping?
It separated him from his family and friends
How were individuals treated on the slave ship according to Equiano?
As objects, losing names and identities
What marked Olaudah Equiano's life after being kidnapped?
Intense horrific conditions on the slave ship
What does the term 'dehumanizing practice of slavery' refer to?
Loss of identity and treatment as objects
How much money did Equiano save to purchase his freedom?
40 pounds
What does Equiano's effort to save money demonstrate?
His incredible determination
What was stripped from individuals during the enslavement process?
Their names and identities
What skills did Equiano use to earn money?
Sea skills
In what roles did Equiano work on ships?
As a cook and sailor
What conditions did Equiano endure on the slave ship?
Hunger, disease, and extreme cruelty
What type of ship was Olaudah Equiano forced onto?
A crowded slave ship
How was the process of enslavement described in terms of personal identity?
It was deeply dehumanizing
What severe challenges did Equiano face on the slave ship?
Severe hunger and frequent disease outbreaks
What type of treatment did the crew inflict on the enslaved individuals?
Brutal cruelty
What was the significance of Equiano's liberation?
Allowed him to become an abolitionist
Enabled him to spread awareness about slavery's horrors
What emotional impact did separation from family have on Equiano?
It caused immeasurable emotional pain
How did Equiano manage to buy his freedom?
By investing his earnings