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Delve into an important part of our history with treasure hunts on slavery and emancipation. Visit places that tell stories of oppression, resistance and ultimately liberation, and understand the impact of this past on our society today.

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Hanzestad Zwolle

Zwolle, Overijssel, Netherlands
Ontdek de rijke Hanzegeschiedenis van Zwolle. Wandel door de goed bewaarde middeleeuwse binnenstad en leer over de glor…
Geschiedenis 13-14 year
50 min 2,5 km 10 3
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Peperbus en Sassenpoort

Zwolle, Overijssel, Netherlands
Ontdek de beroemdste gebouwen van Zwolle! Wandel langs de Peperbus, de Sassenpoort en andere bijzondere plekken. Een le…
Geschiedenis 9-10 year
40 min 2,0 km 10
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Domstad Ontdekken

Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
Verken de rijke geschiedenis van Utrecht. Wandel langs de iconische Domtoren, de prachtige Oudegracht en andere histori…
Geschiedenis 13-14 year
60 min 3,0 km 10 7
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Op ontdekking in historisch Delfshaven

Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
Stap terug in de tijd in een van de weinige wijken van Rotterdam die het bombardement van 1940 heeft overleefd. Ontdek …
Geschiedenis 11-12 year
45 min 2,0 km 10 2
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Historische Jordaan

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Wandel door de schilderachtige Jordaan en ontdek de rijke geschiedenis van deze voormalige arbeidersbuurt. Van de Weste…
Geschiedenis 15-16 year
55 min 2,8 km 10 2

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New example questions from the library every Monday. Updated on 12 October 2026.

What do we learn from slavery?
All people should be free Working is not fun Ships are dangerous Sugar is unhealthy
Did slaves have their own toys?
No, they made their own toys Yes, lots of toys Dolls only Balls only
How were slaves treated?
Very bad Very good As a family As friends
Who bought and sold slaves?
Traders Doctors Teachers Bakers
In which year was slavery abolished in the Netherlands?
1863 1900 1800 1950
Which island also had many slaves?
Curaçao Iceland Greenland Ireland
How did slaves feel?
Very sad Very happy A little tired Very angry at their parents
How many days a week did slaves work?
Almost every day Monday only Weekends only Not at all
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What is a 'maroon'?
A runaway slave A kind of ship A plantation overseer One type of sugar
What often happened to families of slaves?
They were taken apart and sold They always stayed together They were sent to the same country They got a home of their own
What was the main purpose of the plantations?
Making money for owners Giving slaves a home Growing food for local people Experimenting with crops
What was a major reason Europe needed slaves?
They needed many workers for their colonies They wanted more people in Europe They wanted to make new friends They needed teachers
What transport was used on plantations?
Carts pulled by oxen Aircraft Trains Motorbikes
What was a 'barracoon'?
A prison for slaves in Africa A type of ship A kind of plantation A marketplace
How long was the journey from Africa to America for slaves?
About 6 to 8 weeks A few days A whole year Exactly one week
Which instrument was often used to punish slaves?
A whip A flute A hammer A knife
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Which metal was often exchanged for slaves in Africa?
Iron Silver Platinum Aluminium
What was the name of the route slave ships followed between Africa, America and Europe?
Triangle Trade Golden route Atlantic line Colonial road
What were overseers on plantations called?
Bastiaans Directors Administrators Supervisors
What culture emerged from the mix of African and European influences?
Creole culture American culture European culture Asian culture
Which Dutch trading company was involved in the slave trade?
West India Company (WIC) East India Company (VOC) Dutch Trading Company Colonial Company
Which European country was the first to abolish the slave trade?
Britain Netherlands France Spain
What were freed slaves officially called?
Free negroes Emancipants Free Freeholders
Which European country was the last to abolish slavery?
Brazil Portugal Spain France
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What was the purpose of the Black Codes in the southern US after the Civil War?
Restricting the freedom of former slaves Arranging education for black children Ensuring voting rights for all citizens Ensuring equal wages
Which religious group was prominent in the abolitionist movement?
Quakers Catholics Protestants Anglicans
What did the term 'manumission' mean in the context of slavery?
The release of a slave by its owner Selling slaves Punishing slaves Registering slaves
What was the main reason Africans were chosen as slaves?
They had immunity to tropical diseases They were physically weaker They were technically underdeveloped They lived closer to Europe
Which European nation was the first to officially abolish slavery in all its colonies?
Denmark Netherlands France England
What form of compensation did slaveholders receive after abolition?
Financial compensation from the government New slaves Free land They were not compensated
What was the main reason for importing contract workers after emancipation?
Labour shortage on plantations Cultural enrichment Political reasons Military protection
What was a 'driver' on a plantation?
A slave who had to encourage other slaves to work A coachman A machine operator A security guard
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What date is commemorated as Keti Koti (slavery commemoration) in the Netherlands?
1 July 1 August 15 December 4 May
Which was the biggest slave revolt in Dutch history?
Curaçao uprising in 1795 The uprising in Suriname in 1832 The uprising in Aruba in 1845 St Martin's uprising in 1848
What was a 'maroon' in the context of slavery?
A runaway slave A slave trader A type of slave ship A plantation owner
Which African king was notorious for his involvement in the slave trade?
King Ghezo of Dahomey King Mansa Musa of Mali King Sundiata of Mali King Shaka of the Zulu
Which Dutch city was the centre of the slave trade?
Amsterdam Rotterdam The Hague Utrecht
What religion developed among slaves by mixing African and Christian elements?
Voodoo Islam Buddhism Hinduism
What percentage of all slaves who left Africa arrived in the American colonies?
About 85% About 95% About 70% About 60%
What was the 'Code Noir'?
French legislation that regulated the treatment of slaves A secret slave resistance A type of slave ship A trademark for slaves
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Who was Toussaint Louverture?
Leader of the Haitian revolution French governor of Saint-Domingue British abolitionist Dutch plantation owner
What was the system called in which formerly enslaved people were required to keep working for their former owners for another 10 years after abolition?
State supervision Contract labor The coolie system Indenture
What was the 'apprenticeship system' introduced in British colonies after 1833?
Transitional period when ex-slaves still had to work part-time Training system for new planters Education programme for freed slaves Trade arrangement between colonies
Which country was the first to officially abolish slavery in modern times?
France (1794) Britain (1772) Netherlands (1791) United States (1776)
What was the 'Great Awakening' in relation to the abolitionist movement?
A religious movement that contributed to anti-slavery sentiment A political revolution in the south An economic crisis that hit plantations A slave revolt in Virginia
In which year did the largest slave revolt in Suriname take place, led by the enslaved man Boni?
1772 1763 1795 1804
Which British minister was mainly responsible for the Anti-Slavery Act of 1833?
Lord Grey William Pitt Robert Peel Lord Liverpool
What was the 'Gradual Emancipation' movement?
Gradual abolition of slavery over several years Immediate liberation of all slaves Release of only children Compensation for slave owners
Create a slavery & emancipation treasure hunt for Ages 18+

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