Why Did Many Slave Owners Encourage Slave Breeding

question 25

Multiple Choice

Why did many slave owners encourage slave breeding?

• A)They wanted to achieve dominance over slaves.
• B)They needed a supply of slaves after slave imports were abolished.
• C)They desired to foster familism among slaves.
• D)They wanted more female slaves.

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