The statement "On average, enslaved Romans died young" is true about slavery in the Roman Empire.
While some enslaved people in the Roman Empire could sometimes gain their freedom or rise to responsible positions, many faced harsh conditions and died at a young age due to hard labor, poor living conditions, and a lack of medical care.
The other statements contain inaccuracies:
- Emperors did not consistently pass laws that helped enslaved people.
- Romans did not primarily enslave people based on skin color; they enslaved people from various backgrounds, often as a result of war or conquest.
- Some enslaved people could acquire wealth and property, especially if they were set free or if they worked in skilled jobs.
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