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The waterways<span> were what connected settlements to one another. Trading posts, churches and military outposts were all located by the rivers. The colonial power's control of the waterways meant they had dominance over trading, thereby leading to </span>increased <span>economic power. . </span>
Answer:
They were beaten, forced to do hard work, and were treated as property.
Explanation:
Just common sense
