Quiz for Evaluating the Evidence 17.3: Olaudah Equiano’s Economic Arguments for Ending Slavery

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1. According to Equiano, who would benefit economically if slavery were abolished?

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Correct. The answer is c. The only exception Equiano made was for manufacturers directly involved in producing products with no use outside of the slave trade.
Incorrect. The answer is c. The only exception Equiano made was for manufacturers directly involved in producing products with no use outside of the slave trade.
1. According to Equiano, who would benefit economically if slavery were abolished?

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2. Why did Equiano believe that ending slavery would produce economic benefits for England?

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C.
D.

Correct. The answer is a. Equiano argued that ending slavery would lead to population growth in Africa which, in turn, would mean a large and growing number of consumers for English goods.
Incorrect. The answer is a. Equiano argued that ending slavery would lead to population growth in Africa which, in turn, would mean a large and growing number of consumers for English goods.
2. Why did Equiano believe that ending slavery would produce economic benefits for England?