What is one notable characteristic of French colonies that appears to have impacted race relations in those colonies?
a) a high ratio of European men to women, lessening taboos on interracial marriage
b) a large number of European settlers outnumbered local Native Americans
c) a powerful colonial empire created rigid social barriers
d) a strong anti-slavery movement limited the willingness of the French to employ slaves
Answer: a
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