Question

The passage mentions peace being restored between America and Great Britain, which was celebrated by most but not by those who had escaped slavery. What was the reason for their concern regarding their freedom?

A) They feared that they would be drafted into the British Army.
B) They believed that all escaped slaves would be returned to their masters.
C) They thought they would be forced to serve as teamsters.
D) They were worried that they would be punished for their actions

Answer 1

The concern among escaped slaves was that they would be returned to their masters with the restoration of peace, but Great Britain's Proclamation affirmed their freedom, providing certificates that dispelled their fears.

Step-by-step explanation:

The enslaved people who had escaped to the British Army were deeply concerned when they heard that peace was being restored between America and Great Britain. They were worried their newfound freedom would be taken away and they would be returned to their masters. However, Great Britain issued a Proclamation guaranteeing freedom to all slaves who had taken refuge with the British, which included receiving a certificate of freedom from the commanding officer in New York. This proclamation was crucial, as it affirmed the promise of freedom to those who had risked their lives and severed ties with their past in the pursuit of liberation.