The Slave Trade Flashcards
What was the transatlantic slave trade?
• the forced movement of African people across the Atlantic Ocean to the Americas and West Indies to be used as slaves.
About how many Africans were transported during the slave trade?
• 12-15 million.
When did the slave trade occur?
• 16th century-19th century.
What were the thirteen colonies?
• the British colonies established in North America between 1607 and 1732.
What is a colony?
• An area of land under the control of another country
What is a plantation?
• A large farm or estate where one main crop grown
What is an abolitionist
• Someone who campaigns for something to be banned or stopped.
Who were Domestic Slaves?
- Slaves who performed household jobs.
* They were usually women.
Who were Field Slaves?
- Slaves who worked in the fields and on plantations.
* They were more commonly men.
what is popular movement?
• When a large proportion of the general public support a cause.
What is petition?
• A list of requests or demands signed by many people.
In what century did Britain dominate global trade?
• At the end of the 18 Century, Britain dominated global trade.
Which of Britain’s ports changed the most during the transatlantic slave trade?
• Liverpool, Bristol and London were some of Britain’s ports that changed the most during the Transatlantic slave trade.
Who was Sir Thomas Johnson?
- The founder of modern Liverpool
* Imported sugar and tobacco into Britain and established salt mines in Cheshire.
Who was Bryan Blundell?
- A successful merchant form Liverpool.
- Was major of Liverpool twice
- Gave one tenth of his earnings to the poor and built a school for orphans.
