Question

In the first reading, Washington discusses some benefits that African Americans have because of slavery. Write 2-3 sentences explaining his position using text from the document

Answer 1

Many people during this time, including Washington, felt that slavery was justified because the slaves in America were previously slaves in Africa, and were treated more poorly by their African masters than they were by their American masters. This was of course heavily refuted.

Answer 2

At this point in history, many people, including Washington, felt that having slaves in America was perfectly justified because these people where slaves previously in Africa, and were often treated poorly by their previous owners. This has turned out to be false.