Which of the following was a common way for slaves to rebel or resist their imprisonment while at sea?
A) stealing life boats and rowing back to Africa
B) bribing the European crew with money
C) attacking other African slaves
D) refusing to eat

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Refusing to eat was a common form of resistance as it was one of the few ways slaves could exert some control over their lives while on board the ship. By refusing to eat, they could make themselves sick, and the crew would have to pay attention to them. This was a way of protesting their enslavement and poor treatment.

Which of the Following Was a Common Way for Slaves