Question

Which nation began the large scale importation of African slaves into the new world? A.Spain B.France C.Portugal D.Great Britian

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is C: Portugal.

Explanation:

The Atlantic slave trade at large scale began in the 16th century by the Portuguese, more exactly in 1526, a voyage led to Brazil took place where they transported a great amount of slaves to be sold and then put them to work mostly in plantations of all kind. After that, the other europeans nations continue the process, where most of these slaves were coming from colonies in Africa. Moreover, Portugal was also the nation that most trade with slave in the new world.

Answer 2

C Portugal , they began the large scale importation of negro slaves into the new world.