How Did Slaves Use the Chaos and Turmoil of the Civil

question 38

Multiple Choice

How did slaves use the chaos and turmoil of the Civil War to whittle away at their bondage?

• A) Most used violence against their masters when they had the chance.
• B) They banded together to sabotage the efforts of the Confederate army.
• C) They served in the Union army in exchange for their freedom.
• D) They forced concessions from their masters and mistresses.

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