Asked by ELIZABETH DELAROSA on Apr 25, 2024
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In 1738, Florida's governor based his decision to allow fugitive Carolina slaves to form their own town on
A) a 16th century precedent set in the Caribbean.
B) the moral obligation of the Spanish to treat all humans the same.
C) a directive from the Spanish monarchy.
D) religious convictions that all men were equal in the eyes of God.
Fugitive Carolina Slaves
Escaped slaves from the Carolina regions who sought freedom from their oppressors, often heading towards regions where slavery was abolished or less enforced.
16th Century
A period from 1501 to 1600 marked by significant events such as the Renaissance, the Age of Exploration, and the Protestant Reformation in Europe.
- Ascertain the origins and effects of conflicts between European countries, Indigenous communities, and colonial inhabitants.
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Marlana KenolApr 27, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The decision was based on a precedent set in the Caribbean during the 17th century, where escaped slaves were offered freedom and land in exchange for converting to Catholicism and serving in the militia.
Learning Objectives
- Ascertain the origins and effects of conflicts between European countries, Indigenous communities, and colonial inhabitants.