The Middle Passage
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Which statement best describes the conditions on the ship?

  • The ship had enough room for the slaves to move around freely.
  • The ship had a spacious deck for the slaves to enjoy fresh air.
  • The ship was overcrowded and had a foul smell. (correct)
  • The ship was well-ventilated and comfortable for the slaves.

    • What caused sickness among the slaves on the ship?

  • The lack of food and water
  • The fear of being confined
  • The noise on the ship
  • The heat of the climate (correct)

    • Why were some slaves allowed to stay on the deck?

  • To get fresh air (correct)
  • To avoid being confined
  • To enjoy the view of the coast
  • To escape the noise on the ship

    • What caused the death of many slaves on the ship?

    <p>The loathsome smells in the hold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author criticize about the purchasers of the slaves?

    <p>Their lack of compassion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of people played a significant role in the campaign to abolish slavery in the United States?

    <p>European American allies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did enslaved African Americans resist the authority of slaveholders?

    <p>By engaging in negotiations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized daily life in a slave workplace?

    <p>Acts of everyday resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long did American slavery exist as the law of the land?

    <p>300 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the trade in human beings referred to as?

    <p>Slave trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

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