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During the 18th and 19th centuries, the British Empire underwent major social and economic changes. Which of the following statements correctly describes a milestone in the abolition of slavery within the Empire?

  1. The Emancipation Act of 18331833 abolished slavery throughout the British Empire.Answer
  2. B
    The Abolition of the Slave Trade Act in 18071807 ended the ownership of enslaved people in all British colonies.
  3. C
    William Wilberforce was appointed as the head of the East India Company to oversee trade in India.
  4. D
    Olaudah Equiano was the Member of Parliament responsible for passing the 18331833 Emancipation Act.

Answer

The correct statement is that the Emancipation Act of 18331833 abolished slavery throughout the British Empire.
The Emancipation Act of 18331833 is the correct milestone for the total abolition of slavery throughout the British Empire. This followed a long campaign by abolitionists who argued that slavery was both immoral and unnecessary for trade.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Distinguish between the two major abolition acts.
The 18071807 Act targeted the trade (buying and selling), while the 18331833 Act targeted the institution of slavery itself (ownership).
Understanding the timeline is essential for Life in the UK history questions.
2
Identify the roles of key figures.
William Wilberforce (MP) and Olaudah Equiano (author/campaigner) were abolitionists, while the East India Company was a commercial organization focused on trade in India.
Correctly matching figures to their historical roles avoids common distractors.

Key Concept

Abolition of Slavery Acts
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