Children Born in Slave Communities in the Nineteenth-Century South Often

question 2

Multiple Choice

Children born in slave communities in the nineteenth-century South often shared which of these characteristics?

• A) They were named after family members.
• B) Children were removed from their families at age three.
• C) They were raised by their grandmothers.
• D) Children had few sources of support.

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Legislation

Laws that have been enacted by a legislative body, such as a parliament or congress.

Physical Threats

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Collection Agency

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Demand for Payment

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