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Novay_Z [31]
3 years ago
10

Which statement best describes why slaves were not taught to read?

History
2 answers:
vazorg [7]3 years ago
8 0




They did not need it to work the fields and they might escape if they learn to read and gain intelligence. A written paper saying you were free would allow them to gain transportation on a train and escape to Canada or Mexico . 






Nady [450]3 years ago
3 0
They were not taught to read, because the slave owners do not want the slaves escaping knowing how to navigate.
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