In Virginia during the late 1600s, it became unlawful for a slave owner to free his slaves unless __________
A) the slaves were transported to another state by the owner
B) the slaves had reached the age of 50
C) the owner agreed to support the slaves until death
D) the slaves were able to support themselves financially
Answer: A
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