What did the Eastern Enquiry Commission investigate?
The slave trade in Mauritius.
What was a significant viewpoint held by many educated people in Europe by the end of the 18th century regarding slavery?
They criticized the inhuman practice of slavery.
Who was James Ramsay?
A ship’s surgeon, Anglican priest, and leading abolitionist.
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Motives for Colonisation
What is meant by colonisation?
The process of establishing control over a foreign territory and its people.
What measures did Sir Robert Farquhar take to control the slave trade?
He made treaties with the King of Madagascar and the Imam of Muscat, and organized naval patrols to prevent slave ships from landing.
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Impact of Colonisation on Society
What was a significant social practice among different groups in Mauritius despite legal restrictions?
Intermarriage between different groups of people.
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Consequences of Colonisation
What are some examples of freedoms that people fought for?
Freedom from slavery, the right to marry, and fair working conditions.
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Consequences of Colonisation
What was the reaction of slave owners to the 1829 report?
There was uproar among slave owners after the report was published.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What challenges did free coloured people face in 19th century Britain?
They suffered many discriminations.
What year was the law abolishing the slave trade registered in Mauritius?
The law was registered in 1813.
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Trade and Colonisation
What activities were associated with French settlement in Mauritius?
Goldsmithing, blacksmithing, and sugar-related activities.
What pressure did the Anti-Slavery Society exert on the British government?
They pressured the British government to free the slaves in Mauritius without any compensation.
What organization did Jacques Pierre Brissot found?
The Society of the Friends of the Blacks (Société des Amis des Noirs).
What was the purpose of the Society of the Friends of the Blacks?
To work for the abolition of slavery.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What restrictions did the 'Free Coloured' face in 19th century Mauritius?
They could not bury their dead in European cemeteries or attend schools reserved for Europeans.
When was slavery abolished in Mauritius?
Slavery was abolished in 1810 when the British captured Ile de France and renamed it Mauritius.
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Consequences of Colonisation
What did people in Mauritius have to fight for in the past?
They fought hard to obtain the freedoms we enjoy today.
How effective were the amelioration measures in improving the lives of slaves?
The measures were not effectively put into practice.
Why were the amelioration laws passed?
To address the poor conditions faced by slaves.
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Motives for Colonisation
What action did Adrien Antoine d’Epinay take in London?
He fought for the rights of the planters and sought compensation from the British if slavery was abolished.
Were the French colonists in favor of the amelioration measures proposed for the slaves?
The text does not provide a clear answer.
What were some of the amelioration measures introduced in 1815?
Registration of all slaves, laws to make conditions more humane, and allowing slaves to own property and give evidence in court.
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Motives for Colonisation
What were the motives for colonisation?
Economic gain, expansion of territory, and access to resources.
Did the amelioration laws bring any change in the conditions of the slaves?
The effectiveness of these laws in improving conditions is debated.
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Indentured Labour and Immigration Laws
What aspects did the immigration laws cover?
Conditions on the voyage, hospitals on sugar estates, and number of female immigrants.
What was the main goal of the Anti-Slavery Society?
To work towards the abolition of slavery.
What role did Granville Sharp play in the abolition movement?
He was one of the first English campaigners for the abolition of the slave trade.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What does discrimination mean?
The unjust treatment of different categories of people.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What was Ordinance No.57 of 1829?
A law abolishing all legal and political distinctions between the white and free coloured classes.
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Slavery and Living Conditions
How were the living and working conditions of slaves in Ile de France and Rodrigues?
Harsh and exploitative, with limited rights and freedoms.
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Impact of Colonisation on Society
What does the map of Rodrigues from 1803 show?
The locations of estates and the distribution of land.
What was the role of the Anti-Slavery Society in Britain during the 19th century?
They put pressure on the government to investigate the slave trade.
Who was Thomas Clarkson?
An English abolitionist and leading campaigner against the slave trade in the British Empire.
What did the members of the Anti-Slavery Society criticize?
The evil system of slave trade and slavery.
What significant act did the British Parliament pass in 1833?
The Act abolishing slavery in all British colonies.
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Consequences of Colonisation
What were the consequences of colonisation?
Disruption of local societies, exploitation of resources, and introduction of slavery.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
How were the Free Coloured discriminated against?
They faced social and legal inequalities despite being free.
What significant action did Robespierre take regarding slavery in 1794?
He signed the bill that abolished slavery in France.
Why did Governor Decaen allow the slave trade to continue in Mauritius?
This question prompts students to think critically about historical contexts and motivations.
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Slavery and Living Conditions
What did slaves do to resist their conditions?
They rebelled, ran away, and formed their own communities.
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Indentured Labour and Immigration Laws
What was one of the harsh laws regarding indentured immigrants?
They had to carry a 'ticket' as a certificate of identity.
What significant action did Britain take regarding slavery in 1807?
Britain abolished the slave trade in 1807.
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Consequences of Colonisation
What complaints did French workers and settlers have?
They complained about the monopoly of the French East India Company and prices of bread.
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Indentured Labour and Immigration Laws
What is a petition in the context of indentured labourers?
A formal written request to protest against their conditions.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What significant change occurred in 1829 regarding racial discrimination in Mauritius?
Racial discrimination against coloured people was abolished, allowing them to send their children to the Royal College in Port Louis.
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Indentured Labour and Immigration Laws
What was the treatment of indentured laborers compared to slaves?
It was similar; they were also exploited by planters.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What did Reverend Jean Lebrun do to promote education?
He advocated for educational opportunities for the Free Coloured.
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Consequences of Colonisation
What impact did colonisation have on the people in the colony?
It profoundly affected their social, cultural, economic, and political life.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What type of discrimination did the 'Free Coloured' face?
They faced various forms of discrimination despite being legally free.
What were the 'amelioration laws'?
Laws aimed at improving the conditions of slaves.
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Indentured Labour and Immigration Laws
What were the immigration laws intended to improve?
The living and working conditions of Indian indentured laborers.
What activity were students encouraged to do regarding a personality from the Anti-Slavery Society?
Research their contributions towards the abolition of slavery and create a poster.
What practices were made illegal under the amelioration measures?
Flogging of women and other inhumane practices.
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Trade and Colonisation
What activities were associated with Dutch colonisation in Mauritius?
Hunting, fishing, and building forts.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
Who were the 'Free Coloured'?
Individuals of mixed race in Mauritius who were free but faced discrimination.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
How did the Free Coloured protest against discrimination?
Through various forms of activism and advocacy.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
Who were the 'Free Coloured'?
A group that fought for their freedom and demanded equal rights.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What were the 'Gens de Couleur'?
People of mixed European, African, and Indian descent.
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Impact of Colonisation on Society
What skills are developed through map reading and interpreting in this context?
Locating places and understanding geographical relationships.
What was the significance of John Jeremie’s appointment in 1832?
He was a well-known abolitionist, which led to a general strike organized by the planters in Port Louis.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
How did the 'Free Coloured' express their grievances?
They sent many letters of protest to the British government.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What is meant by discrimination?
Unjust treatment based on characteristics such as race or color.
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Indentured Labour and Immigration Laws
What happened to immigrants found without their 'ticket'?
They could be treated as vagrants and arrested or imprisoned.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
What was one social restriction faced by the 'Free Coloured' in public spaces?
They could not sit together with Europeans at the Port Louis theatre.
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Consequences of Colonisation
What was the role of sugar-related activities during French settlement?
It was a major economic activity that relied on slave labor.
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Discrimination Against Free Coloured
Who was Reverend Jean Lebrun?
A figure who promoted education among the Free Coloured.
