Why were there fewer slaves in the backcountry of the southern colonies than those areas closer to the coast? Select the two correct answers. A Colonists in the backcountry were primarily self-sufficient. B. Backcountry colonists were fundamentally opposed to slavery. OC Colonists in the backcountry were poor and couldn't afford slaves. D. Slaves had no way to travel to the backcountry to support the colonists I really need help
Social Studies · High School · Tue Nov 03 2020
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The two correct answers are:
A. Colonists in the backcountry were primarily self-sufficient.
C. Colonists in the backcountry were poor and couldn't afford slaves.
In the backcountry of the southern colonies, settlers were often more self-sufficient and lived in smaller, less wealthy communities. This made slave ownership less common, as many backcountry colonists couldn't afford to purchase and maintain slaves. The economic conditions and lifestyle in the backcountry contributed to the lower prevalence of slavery compared to the more affluent coastal areas.