Question

In the South, many enslaved people reacted to the Emancipation Proclamation by

Answer 1

• Staging work slowdowns.

In spite of the ruthless endeavors of whites to keep up power over their slaves, numerous blacks defied managers and masters, rejected endeavors to clear them, seized animals and other property, and got away to territories possessed by Union troops.

Answer 2

In the South, many enslaved people reacted to the Emancipation Proclamation by rejoicing an breaking free from their masters, although it was hard for many slaves to get the news, so many did not react in any way.