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What did Harriet Tubman do after the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was passed?

  • Guided escapees to Canada

  • Retired

  • Moved to Europe

  • Started a school

Answer

After the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was passed, Tubman helped guide escapees farther north into British North America (Canada), and helped newly freed people find work.
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