Which Description Best Describes the "Task" Labor That Many Slaves

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which description best describes the "task" labor that many slaves performed on large plantations?

• A) A group of white overseers pushed a small group of slaves to work around the clock.
• B) Large groups of slaves worked side by side with their masters.
• C) Large groups of slaves worked from sunrise to sunset under a white overseer.
• D) Slaves worked at their own pace with little supervision during an eight-hour day.
• E) Large groups of slaves worked together to accomplish major projects.

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