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What role did the extended family play in the slave community?

They kept the official slave records.

They provided a strong support network. (correct)

They organized revolts against the masters.

They were mainly responsible for legal matters.

How did planters view the role of religion for their slaves?

As a form of entertainment for downtrodden spirits.

As a tool for control and obedience. (correct)

As a source of freedom and empowerment.

As a means of social gathering.

What was the primary focus of sermons during secret slave services?

Acceptance of their current status.

Community building and social interaction.

Celebration of their daily lives.

Ultimate deliverance from bondage. (correct)

Which biblical figure was emphasized in slave religion as a symbol of liberation?

Moses. Signup and view all the answers

What misconception did some southern whites have about the constant singing of slaves?

It demonstrated their happiness and contentment. Signup and view all the answers

What cultural form became important to slave society, reflecting their struggles and hopes?

Negro spirituals. Signup and view all the answers

What was often ignored by those who defended the institution of slavery regarding the lyrics of slave songs?

Their expressions of grief and longing for freedom. Signup and view all the answers

In what form did slaves often gather for religious practices outside of their master's supervision?

Secret services in the slave quarters or woods. Signup and view all the answers

What was a common theme in both the religious beliefs and songs among slaves?

Hopes for escape and freedom. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of slave culture was particularly representative of their resilience and hope?

The creation of music, specifically spirituals. Signup and view all the answers

What factor most directly influenced the treatment slaves received on a plantation?

The whims of their owner Signup and view all the answers

Which group of slaves typically had the best working conditions?

Household slaves and skilled laborers Signup and view all the answers

What was a common form of punishment for slaves who failed to complete their tasks?

A whipping Signup and view all the answers

How were slaves typically organized on plantations during labor?

In gangs of about twenty-five under a driver Signup and view all the answers

What was often included in the rations provided to slaves?

Cornmeal, salt pork or bacon, and molasses Signup and view all the answers

What could consistently good work by a slave result in?

Extra food and visiting privileges Signup and view all the answers

What was the work schedule for slaves during the harvest season?

Six days, with up to sixteen hours a day Signup and view all the answers

What type of work could lead to a slave receiving ready-made clothing?

Completing all tasks satisfactorily Signup and view all the answers

Which type of slave was least likely to benefit from direct oversight from their owner?

Field hands supervised by overseers Signup and view all the answers

Where were slave quarters typically located on large plantations?

Near the fields and main house Signup and view all the answers

What was a common practice regarding slave marriages among planters?

Planters accepted marriages to enhance control over slaves. Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributed significantly to the high infant mortality rate among slave children?

Harsh living conditions and lack of medical care. Signup and view all the answers

What role did the husband typically fulfill in slave families?

He acted as the primary provider and head of the household. Signup and view all the answers

What was a common complaint about the infirmaries on large plantations?

Conditions were often worse than in the slave quarters. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement describes the general health of the overall slave population?

They had a significantly lower life expectancy. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of 'jumping the broom' in slave communities?

It affirmed commitment before the community. Signup and view all the answers

How did planters typically regard the institution of marriage among slaves?

As a tool for control and management. Signup and view all the answers

What was a common situation faced by slave families regarding their members?

They faced the constant threat of separation. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the workload of pregnant slave women?

They continued working in the fields as long as feasible. Signup and view all the answers

What was one major reason for the low health standards among slaves?

Many planters neglected to provide adequate care. Signup and view all the answers

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What role did the extended family play in the slave community?

How did planters view the role of religion for their slaves?

What was the primary focus of sermons during secret slave services?

Which biblical figure was emphasized in slave religion as a symbol of liberation?

What misconception did some southern whites have about the constant singing of slaves?

What cultural form became important to slave society, reflecting their struggles and hopes?

What was often ignored by those who defended the institution of slavery regarding the lyrics of slave songs?

In what form did slaves often gather for religious practices outside of their master's supervision?

What was a common theme in both the religious beliefs and songs among slaves?

What aspect of slave culture was particularly representative of their resilience and hope?

What factor most directly influenced the treatment slaves received on a plantation?

Which group of slaves typically had the best working conditions?

What was a common form of punishment for slaves who failed to complete their tasks?

How were slaves typically organized on plantations during labor?

What was often included in the rations provided to slaves?

What could consistently good work by a slave result in?

What was the work schedule for slaves during the harvest season?

What type of work could lead to a slave receiving ready-made clothing?

Which type of slave was least likely to benefit from direct oversight from their owner?

Where were slave quarters typically located on large plantations?

What was a common practice regarding slave marriages among planters?

What factor contributed significantly to the high infant mortality rate among slave children?

What role did the husband typically fulfill in slave families?

What was a common complaint about the infirmaries on large plantations?

Which statement describes the general health of the overall slave population?

What was the significance of 'jumping the broom' in slave communities?

How did planters typically regard the institution of marriage among slaves?

What was a common situation faced by slave families regarding their members?

Which statement best describes the workload of pregnant slave women?

What was one major reason for the low health standards among slaves?

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