Question

Most of the early abolitionists were motivated by

a. a desire to see an independent black republic in America. b. anger at the negative economic consequences of slavery. c. religious feeling against the “sin” of slavery. d. a philosophical commitment to racial integration.

Answer 1

The abolitionism had some sympathy from thinkers who, as humanists, condenmed and wanted to end the slavery. But some religious people considered the slavery against the Christian doctrine, therefore they dedicated efforts to end immediately with such practice which were regarded as sinful.

The correct answer is C.