SSC
WORLD HISTORY
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Question
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In Ancient Rome, most slaves who were newly acquired were
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male children
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female children
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captured in war
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native to Africa
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Most slaves were people captured in times of war. As the Roman Empire expanded, they often captured slaves from new lands they conquered. Other slaves were bought from slave traders and pirates who captured people from foreign lands and brought them to Rome. Children of slaves also became slaves.
Detailed explanation-2: -Most slaves were prisoners of war that the Romans captured while expanding their empire. They were brought back to Rome to do the worst jobs in return for their keep. Slaves brought a good price. Most slaves worked in homes or in fields.
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