Slave Trade Flashcards
Why did slaves die during their journey?
Because of their appalling conditions and diseases
Where was there destination?
America or the West Indies
Who did they sell the slave to?
The highest bidder
Where would they make the slaves work?
Plantations and sometimes domestic work.
What was the task at the plantation?
Clearing land, planting, tending and harvesting cotton
Where were the raw materials transported to?
Britain
What did the British produce quickly and cheaply what was this called?
They produced goods it was called the Industrial Revolution
What was the result of trade for Britain?
Britain had access to a wider range of goods such as sugar and tobacco.
At the time how was the British empire perceived?
It was viewed favourably and was a sign of the British wealth and power.
As time went on what happened?
Many started to ask questions on the morality of the empire
