Slavery Flashcards
1
Q
What kind of work did the majority of enslaved people do?
A
Field Hands
2
Q
What were the biggest fears of most enslaved people?
A
Being Punished, Separated from family, or sold down the river
3
Q
How long did most field slaves work?
A
Sun up to sun down - all day long
4
Q
What is the difference between overt and passive resistance?
A
Overt - Not Secret
Passive - Secret
5
Q
In what ways did enslaved people resist?
A
Slowing down work
Running Away
Suing In Courts
Learning to Read and Write
Armed Rebellion
Breaking Tools
Burning Houses and Barns
