Question

which of the following statements best describes the position of slaves in roman society? a. slaves enjoyed the same rights as other male citizens despite their role as servants. b. slaves gained freedom when the romans established the republican form of government. c. slaves were granted farmland by the government in exchange for crops. d. slaves were the property of their owners; they had very few legal rights and were not allowed to vote.

Explanation:

In Roman society, slaves were the property of their masters, lacked most legal rights, and were excluded from voting. They did not have equal rights with citizens, did not gain freedom with the establishment of the republic, and were not granted farm - land by the government in exchange for crops.

Answer:

D. Slaves were the property of their owners; they had very few legal rights and were not allowed to vote.