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CLEP US History I

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Which of the following was true of slavery in the North during the colonial period?
  1. There was no slavery in the Northern colonies.
  2. Northern laws regarding slavery were much harsher than in the South.
  3. Slaves in the North tended to work in shops and households.
  4. Slaves were minimally paid to promote white immigrants.
  5. Artisans preferred the long-term commitment of slavery.
Explanation
Answer: C -Slaves in the North tended to work in shops or in households. While there were far fewer slaves in the North, slavery had been in the Northern colonies since the arrival of the Dutch. Their occupations mirrored these of their owners, many of whom were craftsmen. Since there was no shortage of labor, many in the North preferred the flexibility of hired labor to the life-long commitment of slave labor.
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