Asked by Felicia Flammia on May 12, 2024

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Throughout most of the eighteenth century,the majority of slaves imported from Africa to North America were from which African region?

A) Gambia
B) Kongo
C) Benin
D) Angola

Eighteenth Century

The period from January 1, 1701, to December 31, 1800, in the Gregorian calendar, notable for significant developments in various fields such as philosophy, science, and politics.

Slaves Imported

The forceful transportation of individuals from their homeland into bondage in another region or country, primarily for labor.

Angola

A country located on the west coast of Southern Africa, known for its rich cultural heritage, natural resources, and a history of Portuguese colonization and a prolonged civil war.

  • Trace the origins of the majority of slaves imported to North America from Africa, focusing on regional sources.
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Rolando RamirezMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The majority of slaves imported from Africa to North America during the eighteenth century were from the region of Angola. This was largely due to the involvement of Portuguese traders who had established a strong presence in the Angolan slave trade, facilitating the transportation of enslaved individuals from this area to the Americas.