Reasons for successful abolition of the slave trade Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
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How did public opinion contribute to the abolition of the slave trade?
A
A religious revival in the late 18th century led people to view Africans as fellow humans and slavery as morally wrong.
2
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What economic factor weakened support for the slave trade?
A
The trade was becoming less profitable due to sugar boycotts and protests, harming related businesses
3
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How did parliamentary debates influence abolition?
A
William Wilberforce and others kept the issue active in Parliament, maintaining pressure for change.
4
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What role did revolts by enslaved people play in the abolition movement?
A
Successful revolts in the West Indies increased pressure for abolition by showing the risks of continued slavery
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