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Did slaves look for other slaves?
Yes, some slaves did form relationships and communities with other slaves for support and companionship. This was a way for them to cope with the harsh conditions of slavery and find solidarity in their shared experiences.
Why were blacks slaves and not whites?
All ethnic groups have been and continue to be slaves. If you are referring to the American slave trade, it actually began as white slavery. Look at the history of Georgia Colony. The reason white slavery did not continue as a whole in the Americas is that black Africans fared better with some of the diseases that affected agricultural workers in the areas slaves were used. Primary among these was malaria.
Why did social tensions rise in the civil war?
It was before the war that the tensions rose steadily. The milestones were: 1. The Fugitive Slave Act, with official slave-catchers employed to hunt down runaways, which caused Harriet Beecher Stowe to write 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' 2. The 'popular Sovereignty' plan, for local voting on the slavery question - it just caused intimidation and bloodshed. 3. The Supreme Court's announcement when judging the Dred Scott case - that a man's property was sacred under the Constitution, and slaves were simply property. 4. John Brown trying to arm the slaves for a nationwide rebellion - it made the Abolitionist movement look pro-violence.
What did you do when a door was closed to you?
When faced with a closed door, I look for alternative ways to achieve my goal. This may involve seeking feedback, exploring different options, honing my skills, or finding a different approach. Ultimately, I embrace the challenge and see it as an opportunity for growth and learning.
How do you know if you're photogenic?
If you consistently like how you look in photos, feel confident and comfortable in front of the camera, and receive positive feedback on your photos from others, you might be considered photogenic. However, "photogenic" is subjective, and different people may have varying opinions on what makes someone photogenic.
Why did Africa sell their own people as slaves?
They didn't. Africans were often kidnapped by colonists to be slaves in America. That statement is not correct. Do your homework. Some were kidnapped and not by colonist, but slave traders. Others were sold by their own people. They either owed a debt, were captives of war, criminals, or had charges made up to make them look like criminals, to be sold off for a profit.
What is a slave auction?
Slave auctions were places where people were sold as slaves to other people. In slave auctions, families were split up and sold to different owners for different amounts of money. Slave auctions were extremely traumatising to all the slaves. Millions of families were split up never to be seen again.Typically the largest slaves were the first to go because they were believed to be able to do more work. However, many women were sold away from little ones and husbands due to a master's need for a good cook and housekeeper. Many auctions were also meeting places to discuss the war and other important issues at the time.scramble- a method of buying slaves, a set price is agreed before the buyers rush to get the best slaveauction- a public sale upon which goods are sold for the highest price offeredslave traders made slaves look better by putting tar on their wounds, sores and ulcers.
What was the social ladder among the slaves?
The slave social ladder: look at the caste systems in India
What did the middle passage boat look like?
It was a huge 1700's ship designed to carry 300 slaves however traders managed to fit 600 african slaves on the boat
What does an ancient rome slave house look like?
Slaves in ancient Rome did not have their own houses. Domestic slaves lived in the same house as their owners and had rooms/space there. Farm slaves or public slaves in the city were housed in barracks.
What idea did the most encourage Europeans to look for African colonies?
The slave trade was the reason most Europeans started to look for African colonies. Europeans made a lot of money from selling slaves.
Did slave plantations have people to look over them?
Yes, the plantation owners often had hired-hands or "overseers" to supervise their slaves.
Why does the white men beat equiano?
Olaudah Equiano was beaten by white men as a form of punishment or control, reflecting the prevalent attitudes of the time towards slaves. Slavery was justified through the belief in the inferiority of African people, leading to the dehumanization and mistreatment of individuals like Equiano.
Did all southerners own slaves?
no- slaves were too expensive for most people to own. Oddly though, most of the people who could not afford slaves supported the institution of slavery. They could look forward to moving up in the world someday and owning a slave or two.
If the fur traders had not explored the Canada West what might the country of Canada look like?
No because the history would be different and it would look different. - not the questionthe question was what would Canada look like, not the history. it needs a description.
What are facts about slaves?
They were captured in Africa and sold to slave traders. They were shipped to the colonies where they were sold into slavery. They were owned as property for life, and had no rights. And children of slaves were born into slavery. Look, I'm busy, so that's all I have time for......sorry!
How were slaves treated on the way to America?
Slaves were treated bad. Many were laid on their sides so they could fit more slaves on the ship. The women were raped by the slave owners, not many survived. If any slave got sick or died they were thrown overboard so they would not make other slaves sick. Slaves were brought about once a week on deck to be exercised so they would look healthy before being sold. The slave owners would put oil on the slaves mouth to make them look as if they ate. Many slaves risked their lives by throwing themselves overboard. Where the slaves slept on the ship there was no light, not much air, their were smells of dead bodies, vomit, and blood. Not many slaves survived, only a few made it to America. Thank you hope u enjoyed it...for more farther details on slaves watch the movie " roots" best movie ever main character is Kunta Kinte....but was renamed "Toby" by his owner.
