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karlynnae

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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.

Question 2

Many agree that all minority groups have made grave strides over the last two generations in the United States. When comparing minority groups to non-Hispanic Whites, the gap between them has
 
  A) significantly decreased
  B) remained the same
  C) increased and continues to do so on a daily basis
  D) become obsolete



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kingdude89

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Answer to Question 1

c. Those enslaved often used nonviolent resistance, but many also reacted with rebellious or
attacking behavior when possible.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B



karlynnae

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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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