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Black in the US

Question 3 • CA-Ethnic Studies

What was a primary role of enslaved Africans in the US?

Answer
A
working mainly on plantations
B
leading educational institutions
C
serving as soldiers in colonial armies
D
working as artisans in urban centers

Explanation

Enslaved Africans in the United States were forced to do many kinds of labor, but a primary role was working on plantations, especially growing crops such as tobacco, rice, and cotton. Some also worked as artisans or soldiers, but those roles were less central than plantation labor. The correct choice is “working mainly on plantations.”

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