Economic
Why did sugar plantations increase the demand for enslaved Africans?
Sugar plantations needed large amounts of labour/workers.
How did geography help Europeans obtain enslaved Africans?
West Africa was closer to the Caribbean and trade winds helped ships travel faster.
Why did European countries support plantation expansion?
They competed for wealth, colonies, and power.
How did Europeans socially justify enslaving Africans?
Europeans believed Africans were inferior and suited for hard labour.