Slave Codes

What was the primary purpose of implementing slave codes in the colonies?

• To provide better security for all colonial residents

• To legally reinforce racial hierarchies and restrict Black freedoms

• To enhance the economic prosperity of the colonies

• To promote equality among all residents

Which colony was the first to implement large-scale slave codes?

• Virginia

• Maryland

• New York

• South Carolina

What did the 1705 Virginia law prohibit among enslaved people?

• None of the above

• Both freedom of movement without notes and owning weapons

• Owning weapons

• Freedom of movement without notes

How did slave codes affect the legal rights of Black people in court?

• Their testimonies were encouraged

• They had equal rights in court

• They were not allowed to testify against Whites

• They were allowed to testify against Whites

What modern implications do historical slave codes have according to the video?

• No impact on modern society

• They are fully abolished with no traces left

• Influence on laws that are enforced differently based on race

• Only historical interest with no current relevance