Question

How did music help the slaves create strong community ties in the Americas?

A. Slaves used music as a way to rebel against their masters.
B. Music was something slaves with different languages and cultures could enjoy together.
C. The songs were coded with lyrics about escaping and returning home to Africa.
D. The songs were well-known to all African peoples and helped slaves maintain their old customs.

Answer 1

Answer: C- the songs were coded with lyrics about escaping and returning home to Africa

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Answer 2

One way in which music helped the slaves create strong community ties in the Americas was that "D. The songs were well-known to all African peoples and helped slaves maintain their old customs," since this provided an "escape" from the terrors of everyday life.