Life on a Slave Ship

What was the main purpose of The Hannibal's voyage in 1694?

• To trade goods with Africa

• To conduct scientific research

• To explore new lands

• To transport slaves to the New World

Which European countries were primarily involved in the Atlantic slave trade?

• Germany, Italy, and Greece

• Austria, Hungary, and Switzerland

• England, The Netherlands, and France

• Russia, Sweden, and Norway

How were slaves treated on their journey to the New World?

• With respect and dignity

• Given comfortable living conditions

• Subjected to brutal and inhumane conditions

• Allowed to roam freely on the ship

What percentage of the African slaves died during The Hannibal's voyage?

• 47%

• 60%

• 25%

• 10%

What was the fate of slaves who refused to eat on The Hannibal?

• They died of starvation

• They were given medical treatment

• They were forced to exercise

• They were thrown overboard

• They were force fed

What was the primary reason for the exercise of slaves on The Hannibal?

• To prepare them for work in the New World

• For entertainment of the crew

• For their health and well-being

• To keep them alive for sale

What disease caused many deaths among slaves on The Hannibal?

• Smallpox

• Dysentery

• Malaria

• Scurvy

What was the outcome of The Hannibal's voyage in terms of profit?

• A failure

• Highly profitable

• Moderately profitable

• Broke even

What did Captain Phillips write about the treatment of slaves?

• He criticized the cruelty

• He denied any mistreatment

• He remained neutral

• He approved of harsh punishments

What was the 'Middle Passage'?

• The journey from Africa to the Americas

• The return trip from the Americas to Europe

• The journey from Europe to Africa

• The entire triangular trade route