Colonial American Occupations
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What was the primary source of luxuries on large southern plantations?

  • Local towns and markets
  • The plantation itself
  • Neighboring plantations
  • Great Britain and other countries (correct)
  • What was the role of slaves on large southern plantations?

  • They provided labor for almost every job done on the plantation (correct)
  • They were only responsible for weaving and making hats
  • They managed the plantation owners' businesses
  • They were in charge of making daily necessities
  • What was unique about the large southern plantations?

  • They were similar to small towns (correct)
  • They were owned by the government
  • They were only found in the northern states
  • They were only used for agriculture
  • How many different trades were on the list during the Revolutionary War?

    <p>35</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of jobs existed in addition to trades?

    <p>Professional jobs, such as lawyers and doctors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common task assigned to young girls in colonial America?

    <p>Watching their younger brothers and sisters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to the slaves when their owners moved to escape the oncoming army during the Revolutionary War?

    <p>They were left behind to fight for themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did boys typically do when they were very young?

    <p>Fed chickens, swept shops, and ran errands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were slaves essential on plantations during the Revolutionary War?

    <p>They were needed to maintain the plantation's daily operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did people still find time to do despite the hard work during the Revolutionary War years?

    <p>Attend parties and play games</p> Signup and view all the answers

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