Servitude and Resistance Quick Check
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Question
Identify similarities and differences between the experiences of those involved in the systems of indentured servitude and chattel slavery.(1 point)
Responses
a. Indentured servitude and chattel slavery were essentially the same systems. The only differences were the countries the people traveled from.
b. 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.
c. 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.
d. 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.
b. 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.
The correct answer is:
b. 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.