Asked by simone byrdsong on Jul 12, 2024

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Which of the following statements about the Palmares rebellion in Alagoas,Brazil,is LEAST accurate?

A) The insurgent slaves established their own republic which lasted for over sixty years.
B) The insurgent slaves created community institutions based on the Portuguese ones prevalent throughout Brazil.
C) The insurgent slaves managed to repulse,for a time,attacks from both Portuguese and Dutch armies.
D) The leaders of the insurrection hurled themselves to their deaths when capture by Portuguese forces became inevitable.

Palmares Rebellion

A resistance movement led by escaped slaves that formed the Quilombo dos Palmares, a free community in Brazil during the 17th century.

Alagoas

A state in the northeastern region of Brazil, known for its beautiful beaches, colonial architecture, and sugar cane agriculture.

  • Investigate the actions taken by Africans to resist enslavement and the outcomes of these efforts.
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Angelica Sei EstreraJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The Palmares rebellion, led by insurgent slaves in Alagoas, Brazil, is notable for establishing a self-sustaining republic known as Quilombo dos Palmares, which lasted for about sixty years. This community was unique in its governance and social organization, drawing more from African traditions and communal living rather than directly mimicking Portuguese institutions. Thus, the statement about creating institutions based on Portuguese models is the least accurate.