Slavery

Reformers first tried to end the transatlantic slave trade, which involved the transportation of enslaved African people to the Americas. They aimed to abolish this trade in order to disrupt the supply of new slaves to the colonies.

The Newspeak term for someone who is abolished and never existed is an "unperson."

Equiano feels a little better when he hears that he will work for white people because he believes he will be treated better than with the other party. He hopes that working for white people will be a more favorable situation compared to his previous experiences.

Trokosi should be abolished because it infringes on the girls right

Folktales were used as a form of resistance and communication in the face of oppression during slavery. They allowed enslaved individuals to pass down cultural traditions, values, and hopes for freedom in a way that was disguised and less likely to be censored or punished by slave owners. Folktales also provided a sense of community and empowerment, offering a means of preserving identity and fostering resilience among enslaved populations.

In ancient Athens, girls did not typically receive formal education in reading and writing. Instead, they were primarily taught domestic and household skills to prepare for their roles as wives and mothers. However, some wealthy families may have provided private tutors for their daughters.

The slaves were stacked like wood next to each other. They were in chains and were not allowed to move from the stacked position the whole trip. If a slave got sick corks were used to stop the diarhea freely running on the other slaves. Food and water was given only enough to keep the slaves alive.

Think how you would feel if you were a slave, considered property, not free to go where you want, illegal to learn to read, not able to own property ,not paid for your work, have your name taken away, not able to speak your native language, not able to practice your religion, to have your children or husband sold away from you, need a pass to go anywhere. These are what slaves faced and the way they lived. So, how did they feel?

Benjamin Franklin learned to read when he was around 8 years old, thanks to his father who taught him basic reading skills. Franklin further developed his reading skills through self-education and by reading books on various subjects throughout his life.

A wealthy Roman might view the growth of Roman power as a means to expand their wealth and influence, potentially leading to increased social status and political power. In contrast, a slave might see the growth of Roman power as reinforcing their own oppression and servitude, with little to gain personally. They might also fear the consequences of more power for their masters, such as harsher treatment or increased exploitation.

No, slavery is not morally correct. It involves the exploitation and dehumanization of individuals, denying them their basic human rights and dignity. It is widely condemned as a violation of fundamental ethical principles and human rights.

Abolitionists used moral suasion to appeal to the conscience of individuals, arguing that slavery was morally wrong and should be abolished. They sought to change public opinion through speeches, pamphlets, and petitions, emphasizing the immorality and injustice of slavery and calling for its immediate end. This approach aimed to generate empathy and understanding among people, leading to a shift in societal norms and ultimately contributing to the abolition of slavery.

Advocates of slavery argued that whites were intellectually, culturally, and religiously superior, and were justified in providing work and care for inferior races, whose natural cultures were seen as uncivilized, savage, and immoral.

People who disagreed with slavery were called abolitionists because they believed that slavery was morally wrong and should be abolished. They worked to end the institution of slavery through political activism, protests, and spreading anti-slavery ideas in order to bring an end to the practice.

Koloa Plantation in Hawaii is significant for its historical role in the sugar industry, being one of the oldest sugar plantations in the state. It played a key role in the development of Hawaii's economy and multicultural society. Today, Koloa Plantation preserves this history and offers a glimpse into the island's past through its architecture, artifacts, and interpretive displays.

The Southern opinion about the morality of slavery changed during the 1830s given that this is the approximate time Reconstruction was going on. The South needed the slaves to rebuild the south.

Slaves were a fact of life and not to be " liked" or " disliked" but just a part of life. Many slaves became slaves as part of war, so they were seen as one of the outcomes of being on the wrong side. As a royal son in Egypt Moses would not have thought about the slaves very much until God called on him to free the people of Israel.

the americas provided raw material, the europeans provided manufactured goods, and africa provided slaves

Slaves often felt worthless because they were treated as property, deprived of basic human rights, and subjected to physical and emotional abuse. The systemic dehumanization and degradation they experienced from their oppressors reinforced feelings of worthlessness and powerlessness. This psychological impact was also perpetuated by the lack of autonomy and control over their own lives and futures.

Sabotaging equipment or tools, pretending to be sick or injured, or deliberately working slowly are examples of passive resistance that slaves used to disrupt the system of slavery without directly confronting their oppressors.

Refuse to vote in elections

The reason it was called this was because of the trade route used for slavery.

Ships went to Africa to pick up slaves from local tribes then travelled to America to sell the slaves to plantation where they picked up crops such as tobacco & sugar, then crossed the Atlantic again to sell the goods in London.

If you plot these 3 countries and the route travelled on a map you create a triangle. Hence the Golden Triangle or triangle trade route.

Slaves typically only got a few hours of sleep per night, as they were often required to work long hours during the day and into the night. Their sleep time was limited and often interrupted by their demanding and oppressive work schedules.

Equiano refused to eat as a form of resistance and protest against the conditions of his enslavement during his journey on a slave ship. It was a way for him to assert some control over his own body and maintain a sense of dignity in a dehumanizing environment.