How did the rise of short-staple cotton strengthen the hold of slavery and the plantation on the southern economy?
a. It could grow anywhere in the South, which gave rise to more plantations and therefore slaves.
b. Short-staple cotton was immune to diseases and hence was preferred by most cotton growers.
c. Clothes made from short-staple cotton were of better quality and were in high demand.
d. Short-staple cotton was labor-intensive, and therefore more slaves were required.
Answer: a. It could grow anywhere in the South, which gave rise to more plantations and therefore slaves.
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