Trades
What goods were traded between Africa and the New World ?
Slaves
Where were the slave factories located?
West Africa
How many slaves did they fit on one ship going to the Americas
700
How were the slaves sold?
by an auction
What were the homes that slaves lived in?
a small hut about the size of a shed
What goods were traded between England and Africa?
Gun powder, guns, and food
Where did most African slaves end up in the New World?
The Caribbean
On average what portion of the slaves survived the middle passage?
1/2
How were the slaves better presented for auctions?
They were washed and covered with grease or tar to make them look healthier.
What were common punishments for slaves?
They were whipped, rolled down the hill in a barrel with nails pointed in, or being hung on a tree by their hands.
TRUE OR FALSE?
The Caribbean islands were apart of the slave trade?
TRUE
Which European nation carried out much of the Atlantic Slave Trade early on?
Portugal
Why were the slave thrown overboard?
If they were dead, sick, sickly looking, or shackled to other slaves that were any of the above.
On average how much was the cost of a slave?
about $1,000
What were some non-violent rebellions that slaves did in order to defy their masters? list at least 2
they stole food, learned to read and write, faked illness so they couldn't work, damaged tools, and met in big gatherings after dark.
How did the Atlantic slave Trade effect colonies economies?
They were able to make money from the slaves, they trade produce, products and services and made a profit.
Which European nation would go on to play the biggest role in the Atlantic Slave Trade?
Britain
Approximately how many African slaves were involved in the Atlantic Slave Trade?
Estimates range from 12 million to upwards of 20 million
Slaves ships were built to carry?
Slaves
During what years did Atlantic Slave Trade occur?
From the mid-15th centuries until the late 19th century
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!!!!
What three countries were involved in the Atlantic Slave Trade?
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!!!!
North America, Africa and Europe
How long did the passage take?
6 to 8 weeks
Why did the abolitionist buy the slaves?
They bought them so they could set them free
Describe the conditions for African slaves aboard the slave ship?
The ships were filthy, slaves got sick, diseases were spread, etc.