Slave Trade and Its Impact

The video explores the history of slavery in Istanbul and the Ottoman Empire, highlighting that skin color did not determine freedom or enslavement. It delves into the Indian Ocean slave trade, which predates the Atlantic trade and led to African diaspora communities. Despite Islamic law prohibiting slavery, many Muslims participated in the trade. The video compares the Atlantic and Indian Ocean trades, noting differences in gender ratios and purposes. Finally, it discusses Britain's efforts to suppress the slave trade in the 19th century.

In Istanbul, what was not a factor in determining if a person was free or enslaved?

• Skin color

• Wealth

• Religion

• Language

Which ocean was involved in the oldest known slave trade?

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

What significant change occurred after Arab traders gained control of the Swahili coast?

• Decrease in slave trade

• Increase in exports of enslaved people

• End of the slave trade

• Start of the Atlantic slave trade

Which communities emerged as a result of the Indian Ocean slave trade?

• Afro-Caribbeans

• Afro-Brazilians

• Shidis in Pakistan and India

• African Americans

What did Islamic law state about slave trading?

• It was permitted

• It was mandatory

• It was encouraged

• It was not permitted

What was the primary focus of the Atlantic slave trade?

• Services

• Labor

• Education

• Trade of goods

Which empire controlled the hub of the Indian Ocean slave trade in modern-day Tanzania?

• British Empire

• Omani Arab Empire

• Roman Empire

• Mughal Empire

What were the three main commodities traded by the Omani Arab Empire?

• Gold, silver, and spices

• Ivory, spices, and slaves

• Cotton, tea, and silk

• Oil, gas, and coal

In what year did Britain decide to end its involvement in the slave trade?

• 1907

• 1707

• 1807

• 2007

Which naval force was sent to suppress the slave trades of other nations?

• British Royal Navy

• Spanish Armada

• Dutch Fleet

• French Navy