What Was a Potential Criticism from Slaveowners About the Task

question 28

Multiple Choice

What was a potential criticism from slaveowners about the task system?

• A) Slaves would do no work.
• B) Slaves would have too much autonomy.
• C) It was not suited for rice plantations.
• D) It only worked with a small number of slaves.

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