1. Rebellions were not common but did happen
The most well know slave uprising was led by Nat Turner in 1831
About 40 slaves killed about 60 whites
Local militia put down the rebellion but Nat Turner escaped
He was captured 6 weeks later, tried and found guilty of murder and hanged

2. Slave owners blamed abolitionists for “stirring up” the slaves
Many southern states created or strengthened “Slave Codes” (laws that only apply to slaves)
Could not assembly in groups of more than five
Could not own property
Could not testify in court
Could not hit a white person
Could not learn to read or write
Could not conduct a religious service without a white person present

3. Nat Turner Documents Activity
With a partner, read the account of the Nat Turner Rebellion from your textbook on page 148.
Once you’ve read the textbook information, read Documents A-C.
Use the information in the textbook and in the documents to complete the questions.