African Slave Trade

How many African slaves were forcibly moved to the Americas between 1500 and 1880 CE?

• Between 8 and 10 million

• Between 10 and 12 million

• Between 5 and 7 million

• Between 15 and 20 million

What percentage of the total slaves were imported to the U.S.?

• About 15%

• About 20%

• About 10%

• About 5%

What was the average life expectancy of a Brazilian slave on a sugar plantation in the late 18th century?

• 40 years

• 35 years

• 30 years

• 23 years

According to Orlando Patterson, what defines slavery?

• Permanent, violent domination of dishonored persons

• Temporary control over economically weak individuals

• Lifelong service without any compensation

• Forced labor with limited rights

Which group was among the first to consider 'otherness' a characteristic of slaves?

• The Greeks

• The Romans

• The Portuguese

• The British