The Middle Passage and Slavery in America Quiz

What was the journey of enslaved Africans across the Atlantic Ocean called?

• The Middle Passage

• The Slave Trade

• The Abolition

• The Slave Rebellion

Approximately how many enslaved Africans were sent to America from the early 16th Century to the mid-19th Century?

• 1 million

• 5 million

• 12 million

• 20 million

What percentage of enslaved Africans died during the journey across the ocean?

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

How were enslaved Africans kept in the hold of the ship?

• Chained to the walls or floor

• Kept separate from men

• Allowed to roam freely

• Provided with comfortable cabins

What caused diseases to spread quickly among the enslaved Africans?

• Lack of fresh air

• Lack of food

• Lack of sunlight

• Lack of exercise

What did crews sometimes allow enslaved people to do on deck?

• See the Sun

• Jump overboard

• Sing and dance

• Escape the ship

What did some enslaved people do to end their lives during the journey?

• Jump overboard

• Revolt against the crew

• Pray for salvation

• Hide in the ship's hold

What type of ships did Europeans initially use to transport enslaved people?

• Cargo ships

• Slave ships

• Warships

• Fishing boats

How were slaves kept in line during the journey?

• By providing them with enough food

• By treating them with kindness

• By keeping them in chains

• By allowing them to roam freely

What were the punishments for the slightest infractions on the slave ships?

• Beatings

• Imprisonment

• Fines

• Verbal warnings