Sugar Changed the World, Part 4: Building Claims

Question 1

Which sentence best states the authors’ claim?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D: The popularity of spices was not related to masking spoiled food.

Question 2

How do the authors use historical evidence to support their claim?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: They use facts from primary sources to show how countries increased the number of enslaved people to produce more sugar.

Question 3

How does this image support the claim that slavery violates basic human rights and should be abolished? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: It shows an enslaved person in chains and minimal clothing.; B: It shows that political involvement could help to abolish slavery.; E: It shows that enslaved people faced harsh treatment and poor conditions.

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