1. What inspired you to become a "conductor" of the Underground Railroad?
2. Can you describe your feelings when you successfully helped the enslaved reach freedom?
3. What were the most significant challenges you faced as a conductor?
4. How did you manage to evade detection by slave catchers?
5. Can you recall a particularly memorable experience during your time as a conductor?
6. Did you face any resistance from within the enslaved communities?
7. How did you cope with the risks and dangers you faced while helping others?
8. What were your hopes and aspirations for the future of African Americans?
9. How did you view the abolitionist movement, and what role did it play in your work?
10. What advice would you give to future generations about fighting for social justice and equality?
11. How did you maintain your physical and mental strength throughout your years of activism?
12. What were some of the strategies you used to outsmart slave owners?
13. How did your experiences as a former enslaved person shape your understanding of freedom?
14. How did your work as a conductor affect your personal life and relationships?
15. What was the reaction of the general public when they learned about the Underground Railroad?
16. Did your work as a scout and spy during the Civil War differ from your experiences as a conductor?
17. How did the end of slavery and the ratification of the 13th Amendment impact your life and activism?
18. What legacy did you hope to leave behind for future generations?
19. How do you think the fight for equality and social justice has evolved since your time?
20. What message would you have for those who continue to work towards social change today?