In 1890, Nathaniel, the Owner of a Textile Mill, Refused

question 10

Multiple Choice

In 1890, Nathaniel, the owner of a textile mill, refused to employ Jacob because Jacob's name was on the blacklist circulating among businessmen at that time. This implies that Jacob was a(n) _____.

• A)union activist
• B)ex-convict
• C)mugwump
• D)impostor
• E)African slave

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Definitions:

Slavery

A system in which people are treated as property to be bought, sold, and forced into labor without rights, historically widespread across the world and a significant cause of social and political strife.

Western Europeans

pertains to people or cultures originating from the western part of Europe, including countries like France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Prestige

The respect and admiration that a particularly successful or influential person or entity is regarded with, often due to their achievements.

Silk Road

An ancient network of trade routes that connected the East and West, facilitating not only the exchange of goods but also ideas and cultures.