5 Questions
Who is the author of the book 'American Slavery, American Freedom'?
Edmund Morgan
Why were the Virginians ready to become the masters of slaves?
Because of their own ineptitude and the Indian superiority at taking care of themselves
How did the colonists view their technology in comparison to the Indians'?
Superior
What did the colonists consider themselves in comparison to the Indians?
Civilized
What happened to the twenty blacks transported to Jamestown?
They were sold as objects to settlers
"Exploring the Origins of American Slavery: A Quiz on Colonial Attitudes and Racial Superiority" Test your knowledge on the historical context behind the development of American slavery. Discover the factors that led to the Virginians' desire to dominate slaves, including their perceived technological superiority over Native Americans. Uncover the complex dynamics that shaped early colonial attitudes towards race and power.
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