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Identify similarities and differences between the experiences of those involved in the systems of indentured servitude and chattel slavery.(1 point)
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Indentured servitude and chattel slavery were essentially the same systems. The only differences were the countries the people traveled from.
Indentured servitude and chattel slavery were essentially the same systems. The only differences were the countries the people traveled from.

One similarity is that people involved in both systems were forced to provide free labor. One difference is that indentured servants were not forced into labor for generations, while people forced into chattel slavery were.
One similarity is that people involved in both systems were forced to provide free labor. One difference is that indentured servants were not forced into labor for generations, while people forced into chattel slavery were.

One similarity is that people involved in both systems were forced to provide free labor. One difference is that indentured servants were forced into labor for generations, while people forced into chattel slavery were released after one generation.
One similarity is that people involved in both systems were forced to provide free labor. One difference is that indentured servants were forced into labor for generations, while people forced into chattel slavery were released after one generation.

One similarity is that people involved in both systems were allowed their freedom after providing labor for a few years. One difference is that indentured servants were not paid for their work, while people forced into chattel slavery were.

One similarity is that people involved in both systems were forced to provide free labor. One difference is that indentured servants were not forced into labor for generations, while people forced into chattel slavery were. Another difference is that indentured servants had the opportunity to eventually earn their freedom after fulfilling their contract, while those in chattel slavery were often in bondage for life with no chance of freedom. Additionally, indentured servants were typically considered temporary property that could be bought and sold until their contract was fulfilled, whereas chattel slaves were seen as permanent property that could be bought and sold at any time.