Read these two excerpts from Part 1 and Part 2 of this selection. Which idea do these two parts have in common?
A) Enslaved people did not have the right to legally marry.
B) Enslaved people who moved to a free state should be free.
C) People who were enslaved did not get paid for their work.
D) People only had the right to sue if they were citizens.
Read these two excerpts from Part 1 and Part 2 of this selection. Which idea do these two parts have in common?
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The correct answer is A) Enslaved people did not have the right to legally marry.
Explanation: Both excerpts emphasize the lack of legal rights for enslaved individuals, particularly in the context of marriage. This common theme highlights the broader issues of freedom and legal recognition that enslaved people were denied. If you’d like further elaboration on this topic, feel free to ask!