All of the following statements about South Carolina society in the late 18th century are true, except
1. Slavery was deeply ingrained in South Carolina society and played a vital role in the economy.
2. Wealth and power were concentrated in the hands of a small elite plantation class.
3. The majority of the white population was engaged in agriculture and lived on small farms.
4. The state had a large population of enslaved Africans who were used for labor in plantations and other industries.
5. South Carolina had a strong aristocratic culture and social hierarchy based on land ownership.
6. Religious diversity and tolerance were prevalent in South Carolina society.
7. Women had limited rights and were primarily expected to fulfill domestic roles.
8. Indigenous peoples, such as the Cherokee and Catawba, still inhabited parts of South Carolina.
Number 6 is the correct answer. South Carolina society in the late 18th century was not known for religious diversity and tolerance. The colony was predominantly Anglican, and while some other Protestant denominations were present, they did not experience the same level of acceptance or freedom as the Church of England.