How did slaves deal with religious beliefs in the American colonies during the 1700s?

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Despite efforts by masters to convert African slaves to Christianity, many slaves continued to practice aspects of African religions until at least 1800. These practices were often disguised within Christian rituals or done in secret. It is estimated that over 1 million African slaves were brought to the American colonies from regions with diverse religious beliefs and practices, making it unlikely that they simply accepted Christianity without any resistance or retention of their own traditions. Choice A is partially correct in that forced conversion did occur, but it does not reflect the full diversity of the African religious experience in the colonies. Choice B is incorrect as it perpetuates the false notion that Africans had no true religion prior to encountering Christianity. Choice D is not accurate as there is little evidence to suggest that African slaves adopted American-Indian religions.

How Did Slaves Deal with Religious Beliefs in the American