It is now thought that at least 20 percent of the enslaved Africans transported by way of the Middle Passage died during the voyage. What conclusion can be drawn from this?

Question

A.
There was no way to prevent illness among the enslaved Africans on such a long voyage.
B.
There was no way to keep all the enslaved Africans fed on such a long voyage.
C.
The enslaved Africans were badly mistreated by the slavers during the voyage.
D.
The enslaved Africans refused to care for themselves during the voyage.

Answer 1

The most appropriate conclusion to draw from the statement that at least 20 percent of the enslaved Africans transported by way of the Middle Passage died during the voyage is:

C. The enslaved Africans were badly mistreated by the slavers during the voyage.

This option reflects the harsh conditions and mistreatment that contributed to the high mortality rate during the Middle Passage.