How did Mesopotamia acquire the people they enslaved? Only one of the options can be chosen
From local households
From people who could not pay their debts
From war with other areas
From political alliances with other areas
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All four options were possible in ancient Mesopotamia, but if only one option can be chosen, the most common method of acquiring slaves was from war with other areas.
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I apologize for any confusion caused. While war with other areas was indeed a significant source of enslavement in Mesopotamia, it is important to note that all four options mentioned were plausible means by which slaves were obtained. Enslavement from war, debt, local households, and political alliances all occurred, and there may have been additional methods as well. Slavery in Mesopotamia was complex and multifaceted, so it is difficult to pinpoint a single exclusive source.
Make sure there is no possibility that you are wrong, only one option can be chosen so it’s best to think wisely on which one would be correct
My apologies for any confusion. In ancient Mesopotamia, if only one option can be chosen, the most prevalent method of acquiring slaves was through war with other areas. The capture of prisoners during warfare often resulted in their enslavement. However, it is important to note that other methods such as enslavement from debts, local households, and political alliances were also practiced to varying degrees.