Elites strategically extended more privileges to White servants as opposed to Black slaves in order to prevent the two groups from joining forces in rebellion.

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This was a common tactic used by elites in the Americas during the period of slavery. By granting White servants certain privileges and opportunities, such as the ability to own property or learn a trade, elites hoped to create a division between White and Black laborers and prevent them from uniting in rebellion against the system.

Elites Strategically Extended More Privileges to White Servants as Opposed