Question

1. choose the best answer. why did the british propose recruiting black soldiers and sailors during the war of 1812? they hoped to instill fear in americans and embolden enslaved people. they would not have to pay black enlistees. british manpower was low because of the napoleonic wars. british citizens were not willing to risk their lives in combat. 9) choose the best answer. what was the topic of the interesting narrative of the life of olaudah equiano? the book followed the life of a free black in louisiana. the book was a satirical look at medicine and surgery. the book explained the culture and values of african people. the book pointed out the declaration of independences contradictions.

Explanation:

For question 8, during the War of 1812, British manpower was strained due to the Napoleonic Wars, leading them to consider recruiting Black soldiers and sailors. For question 9, "The Interesting Narrative of The Life of Olaudah Equiano" is a work that details his experiences and also explains African - culture and values.

Answer:

1. British manpower was low because of the Napoleonic wars.
2. The book explained the culture and values of African people.