The purpose of a veil is to to hide something or to hinder that something can be clearly seen. And when people want to cover up their wrongdoings with an appearence of goodness, they are called hypocrites. By using the words '<em>a thin veil'</em>, the author's intention could be to show how people see clearly the hypocrisy of the slaveowners.
Answer C.
The high technology in the ships of the Portuguese gave them an advantage over other countries, becoming the most powerful navigators during those two centuries. Portuguese trading focused mainly on obtaining gold, ivory, and pepper; but in addition to these products, so prized in Europe, it is estimated that more than 175,000 slaves were also carried on Portuguese ships to Europe and the Americas in the greatest migration of people during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.
The Treaty of Ghent was signed by British and American representatives at Ghent, Belgium, ending the War of 1812. By terms of the treaty, all conquered territory was to be returned, and commissions were planned to settle the boundary of the United States and Canada.
Answer:
Explanation:
The weakened passengers could survive the difficult journey because they received assistance from the native people living on the Cape.
It should be noted that it was a difficult journey and the Pilgrims survived through the left over food that they had. Also, the Wampanoag Indians of the eastern part of Massachusetts also played a pivotal role as they helped the Pilgrims survive in this new land by teaching them how the land was cultivated.
In conclusion, the correct option is B "They received assistance from the native people living on the Cape"
