Question

Slavery in the Roman Empire was Select one: a. based on race. b. unproductive in the long term because it gave little incentive for hard work. c. a factor leading to technological innovation in agriculture, because slaves were so expensive. d. confined to workers in agriculture. e. responsible for the overpopulation of the Empire.

Answer 1

Answer:

B) unproductive in the long term because it gave little incentive for hard work.

Explanation:

Even if slavery played an important role in the construction of the Roman Empire, if we consider this practice in the long term it is very unproductive, because most parts of the slaves were performing tasks that were boring, disrespectful, humiliating or dangerous for the common citizens. However, these tasks were simple and didn't have a huge impact if they were taken out.