New York Conspiracy, 1741 (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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What do modern historians believe about the NY Conspiracy of 1741?
What do modern historians believe about the NY Conspiracy of 1741?
No actual conspiracy existed
What percentage of NYC's population were enslaved people in 1741?
What percentage of NYC's population were enslaved people in 1741?
20%
Which 1739 rebellion in South Carolina frightened colonists before 1741?
Which 1739 rebellion in South Carolina frightened colonists before 1741?
Stono Rebellion
Which war against Spain heightened fears about Catholic influence?
Which war against Spain heightened fears about Catholic influence?
War of Jenkins' Ear
On what date in 1741 was Fort George destroyed by fire?
On what date in 1741 was Fort George destroyed by fire?
18 March
Who offered a pardon and reward for people to confess on 11 April?
Who offered a pardon and reward for people to confess on 11 April?
The NY city council
What was Mary Burton's occupation in 1741?
What was Mary Burton's occupation in 1741?
An indentured Irish servant
Which three enslaved men were central figures in the alleged conspiracy?
Which three enslaved men were central figures in the alleged conspiracy?
Caesar, Prince, and Cuffee
Why was John Ury executed on 29 July 1741?
Why was John Ury executed on 29 July 1741?
He was suspected of being a Catholic priest
How many enslaved people were burned at the stake?
How many enslaved people were burned at the stake?
13
How many people in total were hanged, including whites?
How many people in total were hanged, including whites?
17
What new restrictions were placed on ethnic minorities after 1741?
What new restrictions were placed on ethnic minorities after 1741?
Couldn't ride horses Sundays/limited wells