The Middle Passage - part 2

The transcript describes the harrowing conditions faced by enslaved individuals on a ship. Initially, they were chained to the deck with limited movement and poor sanitation. As the ship set sail, seasickness and foul smells worsened the situation. Over time, dysentery spread, leading to deaths among the chained men. The dead were thrown overboard, attracting sharks. Eventually, some enslaved individuals chose to jump overboard, preferring death over slavery.

What was the primary issue faced by the people chained to the deck before setting sail?

• Constant storms

• No access to fresh water

• Limited movement and unsanitary conditions

• Lack of food

What was one of the main challenges faced by the people once the ship set sail?

• Seasickness and worsening smell

• Pirate attacks

• Running out of supplies

• Mechanical failure of the ship

What illness struck the people on the ship, worsening their conditions?

• Malaria

• Tuberculosis

• Scurvy

• Dysentery

What happened to the bodies of those who died on the ship?

• They were buried at sea

• They were left on the deck

• They were preserved for study

• They were thrown overboard and followed by sharks

Why did some men choose to jump overboard?

• To avoid becoming slaves

• To reach a nearby island

• To escape the heat

• To find food