Question

What does this passage reveal about the times Defoe was writing about? A. Slavery was more common among Christians than other people B. Europeans were troubled by the existence of slavery C. Europeans believed Christians had more value than other people D. Slavery was more common at sea that it was on land

Answer 1

The passage reveals that slavery influenced every aspect of colonial thought and culture, and it was a cornerstone of the British Empire. Slavery became rooted in the colonies of British North America, particularly in the Chesapeake and the Low Country colonies. It played a role in the American Revolution as colonists saw their fight against British rule in the context of enslavement and the ideals of liberty and freedom.

Step-by-step explanation:

The passage reveals that in the times Defoe was writing about, slavery was more than a labor system; it also influenced every aspect of colonial thought and culture. Europeans, particularly White colonists, viewed themselves as superior to enslaved Black people and used race as a justification for slavery. Slavery was a cornerstone of the British Empire and had become rooted in the colonies of British North America, especially in the Chesapeake colonies and the Low Country colonies. It played a significant role in the American Revolution, as colonists saw their fight against British rule in the context of enslavement and the language of liberty and freedom.

Answer 2

C. Europeans believed Christians had more value than other people

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the other guy is wrong, I literally just took this test on apex :/