201k views
5 votes
Prior to the development of slavery in the American colonies, what type of conditions would indentured servants agree to?

User Nebuto
by
4.6k points

1 Answer

4 votes

Answer: Servants typically worked four to seven years in exchange for passage, room, board, lodging and freedom dues. While the life of an indentured servant was harsh and restrictive, it wasn't slavery. There were laws that protected some of their rights.

Step-by-step explanation:

User Paul Williams
by
4.7k points