What is the main reason for the deaths of most white sailors during the "middle passage"?

A. They died from African diseases contracted from the slaves.
B. They died from exposure to the elements when their ships were stalled at sea.
C. They were killed by mutinying slaves.
D. They were killed by pirates who seized slave ships.


Answer: A

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