5Ws of the Slave Trade
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Atlantic Slave Trade Teacher Guide
Lesson Plans by Matt Campbell
Understanding the institution of slavery is essential in the study of American history, as it played a major role in America’s economy, society, and political systems. From the first colony of Jamestown to the ratification of the 13th Amendment, America’s dependence on slave labor remains a contentious topic and has left a permanent scar on America’s past.
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The Slave Trade 5 Ws
Storyboard Text
- Who was involved in the Slave Trade?
- What was the Slave Trade?
- When was the Slave Trade?
- The Slave Trade included African slavers, African slaves, European traders, American traders, plantation owners, overseers, ship captains, crew, and more.
- The Slave Trade, otherwise known as the Triangular Trade, was the name given to the exchange of goods and slaves between Europe, Africa, and the Americas.
- The Slave Trade occurred between the 16th and 19th centuries. The Slave Trade began when Portuguese sailors began to trade slaves for goods, and many other countries soon followed.
- Where were most of the slaves sent to?
- 500,000
- 4,500,000
- 5Ws of the Slave Trade
- Why did the Slave Trade exist?
- Roughly 90% of African slaves were sent to the West Indies and South America. Due to the hot climates and demand for sugar and tobacco, these regions became the primary recipients for slaves.
- The Slave Trade existed as a way for many white traders and land owners to make a significant amount of money. Greed fueled the Slave Trade, as the more excruciating work forced on these slaves meant more money for all of those involved in the Trade itself.
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