The reactions of slaves to slavery can best be described by which of the following statements?
a. The oppressive and brutal nature of the slave system fostered the development of
a submissive, docile "Sambo" personality among all those enslaved as a means of survival.
b. Most slaves were so discontent with their lot that they used every opportunity to
escape or violently revolt and a large number committed suicide.
c. Those enslaved often used nonviolent resistance, but many also reacted with rebellious or
attacking behavior when possible.
d. The majority of those enslaved were content to be taken care of by their white masters.
c. Those enslaved often used nonviolent resistance, but many also reacted with rebellious or
attacking behavior when possible.
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