Slavery in Sumerian society was:
A) based on the color of a person's skin.
B) strictly forbidden by the Code of Hammurabi.
C) unknown.
D) perpetual, with no chance for the slaves to gain their freedom.
E) usually the result of capture during war and limited in some ways.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Slavery in Sumerian society was usually the result of capture during war and was limited in some ways. Slaves could sometimes buy their own freedom or be granted freedom by their masters. However, they still had limited rights and were considered property.

Slavery in Sumerian Society Was