In the mid-1700s, slaves in the seaport cities
A. often gained their freedom.
B. were likely to be recent arrivals from Africa.
C. were practically nonexistent.
D. frequently fought for their freedom.
Answer: B
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A. Navajos B. Ancestral Pueblo C. Pueblos D. Paquime
The westward expansion of cotton encouraged the development of a domestic __________ trade
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The reaper was a significant invention because it:
a. enabled Americans to cultivate wheat in the West for the first time b. greatly reduced the time involved in harvesting wheat c. attracted English capital to America d. reduced soil erosion
Worry concerning the dangers of a French offensive and loyalties of Native American allies spurred __________
A) the British acquisition of Illinois B) the proposal of a colonial confederation to oversee matters of common interest C) war with French settlers in Quebec D) increased settlement in Pennsylvania