Why is the declaration that “1619 marked the beginning of slavery in England’s American colonies” an inaccurate statement?
A England was one of the last to use enslaved people to work in their colonies.
B Africans were imported as workers with the original explorers of the Americas.
C Africans had been imported as slave labor to the colony of Bermuda prior to 1619.
D African slavery in America did not start until all thirteen original colonies had been established.
Why is the declaration that “1619 marked the beginning of slavery in England’s American colonies” an inaccurate statement?
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The correct answer is C: Africans had been imported as slave labor to the colony of Bermuda prior to 1619.
Explanation: The statement that “1619 marked the beginning of slavery in England’s American colonies” is inaccurate because Africans were already being brought to other colonies in the Americas, including Bermuda, before 1619. This indicates that the practice of using enslaved Africans in the Americas began earlier than the commonly referenced year. If you have more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!