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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?

    <p>Moses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It demonstrated their happiness and contentment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Negro spirituals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Their expressions of grief and longing for freedom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Secret services in the slave quarters or woods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Hopes for escape and freedom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The creation of music, specifically spirituals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The whims of their owner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of slaves typically had the best working conditions?

    <p>Household slaves and skilled laborers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>A whipping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were slaves typically organized on plantations during labor?

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

    What was often included in the rations provided to slaves?

    <p>Cornmeal, salt pork or bacon, and molasses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could consistently good work by a slave result in?

    <p>Extra food and visiting privileges</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Completing all tasks satisfactorily</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Field hands supervised by overseers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where were slave quarters typically located on large plantations?

    <p>Near the fields and main house</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common practice regarding slave marriages among planters?

    <p>Planters accepted marriages to enhance control over slaves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Harsh living conditions and lack of medical care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the husband typically fulfill in slave families?

    <p>He acted as the primary provider and head of the household.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Conditions were often worse than in the slave quarters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They had a significantly lower life expectancy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It affirmed commitment before the community.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>As a tool for control and management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They faced the constant threat of separation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the workload of pregnant slave women?

    <p>They continued working in the fields as long as feasible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Many planters neglected to provide adequate care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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