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Another way slaves attempted to gain their freedom was by running away. It was a dangerous attempt that could result in cruel torture of the slave such as whipping or other things. Most slaves would use the underground railroad which consisted of passageways that connected the north to the south and many safe houses. These safe houses were used as hide outs were runaway slaves could hide while on the run. Many slaves used the drinking gourd or what is now called the big dipper to navigate there way through to the north. Click here for a song.