Analyzing Historical Evidence
ASI
Introduction:
Illustration:
How does this image support the claim that slavery
violates basic human rights and should be abolished?
Check all that apply.
It shows an enslaved person in chains and minimal
clothing.
In "Part Three: Freedom" of Sugar Changed the
World, the authors use an illustration from a
children's book published by Amelia Opie in 1826.
Opie's book is written in verse and exposes the
suffering of enslaved persons on sugar
plantations. Even though Opie wrote her book for
children, the language and illustrations tell the
true story,
It shows that political involvement could help to
abolish slavery.
It shows that very few people were interested in
abolishing slavery.
It shows how enslaved people were used to
produce goods cheaply.
It shows that enslaved people faced harsh
treatment and poor conditions.
Intro