African Americans in Colonial America

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What was the primary destination for African slaves during the transatlantic slave trade?

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Carribean

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Identify one major role that free Blacks played in colonial America.

Back

They were often employed as skilled artisans.

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Which of the following was a common form of resistance among enslaved Africans in colonial America? Writing petitions, Organizing labor strikes, Running away, Forming political parties

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Running away

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Describe one cultural contribution of African Americans during colonial America.

Back

Creation of unique culinary traditions

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What was the legal status of slaves in colonial America?

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They were considered property.

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Explain how the slave trade impacted the economy of colonial America.

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It provided a labor force that boosted agricultural production.

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Analyze the role of free Blacks in the economic development of colonial America.

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They contributed to the economy as skilled laborers and entrepreneurs.

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Discuss the significance of slave rebellions in shaping colonial policies.

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They resulted in harsher laws and restrictions on slaves.

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Evaluate the cultural contributions of African Americans to colonial American society.

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They influenced language, cuisine, and religious practices.

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How did the legal status of slaves affect their ability to resist and rebel?

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It limited their options to covert forms of resistance.