The primary reason for the rise of slavery in America was the desire to take advantage of cheap labor for agricultural purposes, particularly for raising cash crops like tobacco and cotton.
What was the primary reason for the rise of slavery in America?(1 point)
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A need for skilled artisans and craftsmen in the New World colonies.
A need for skilled artisans and craftsmen in the New World colonies.
An attempt to assimilate and convert Native American populations to Christianity.
An attempt to assimilate and convert Native American populations to Christianity.
The pursuit of economic equality and social justice among diverse groups of settlers.
The pursuit of economic equality and social justice among diverse groups of settlers.
The desire to take advantage of cheap labor for agricultural purposes, particularly for raising cash crops like tobacco and cotton.
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