For most enslaved African Americans in the 1800s,
A
those who toiled hard all of their lives were treated well when they became old and could no longer work.B
it was possible to learn a trade, hire themselves out, and make enough money to eventually buy their freedom.C
food was dispensed on a weekly basis, and although it wasn’t much, it was healthy and nutritious.D
clothing was handed out once a year and was given only to those who could continue to work.