Which of the following statements about slave work is FALSE?
A. Skilled slaves were at times hired out to other planters.
B. Colonial slave codes forbade teaching slaves skilled trades and crafts.
C. A few slaves were able to buy their freedom.
D. Field hand was the predominant occupation of both male and female slaves.
E. Some slaves on larger plantations learned trades and crafts.
Answer: B
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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