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1.What terms to Azurara and the Portuguese use to refer to the enslaved captives?
They were called "captives" by Azurara and the Portuguese.
Several of the Portuguese and Azurara words were quite harsh. There were numerous slaves at the slave auction, and they all had slightly distinct looks; it was a "marvelous sight."
2.In what ways did their use of such terms reflect centuries of Islamic influence in Iberia?
They claimed that some were well proportioned and fairly white, while others were less white but still not black, or "mulattoes," and yet others were extremely black and unattractive on the body and in terms of characteristics. Iberian Muslims had divided people into groups according to the hue of their skin. They believed that sub-Saharan Africans with darker complexion tones were inferior and best suited for slavery. Christian Iberians eventually came to share opinions with sub-Saharan Africans.
3.Why did a crowd gather to witness the separation of the captives?
For a variety of reasons, including economic gain, curiosity, entertainment, following to social and cultural standards, and the maintenance of racial and power hierarchies, crowds would assemble to watch the division of prisoners during the transatlantic slave trade. Because it gave prospective buyers and dealers a chance to evaluate the worth and profitability of the enslaved people, the event had economic significance. In the context of the preexisting social standards, it was also regarded as a usual practice, which served to further legitimize slavery.
4.In what ways, according to Azurara, did the crowd react to what they witnessed?
The crowd was intrigued and in awe by the sight of the imprisoned prisoners. These people from faraway places enthralled them with their physical attributes, habits, and mannerisms. A few people in the crowd also expressed empathy and compassion for the oppressed captives, acknowledging the struggles and pain they went through.
5.What explanation or justification does Azurara provide for the enslavement of the African captives and the sundering of their families?
He contends that by exposing Africans to Christianity and European culture, slavery offers them a chance to be saved. He argues that dividing families makes it easier for the captives to integrate
into European society and go through a process of "civilization" in accordance with current standards.
These defenses, though they capture the spirit of the times, are largely condemned for
their underlying racism and the great misery the transatlantic slave trade inflicted on people. They also do not conform to modern ethical values.
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