Which quotation best gives empirical evidence supporting the central idea that the Indians’ working conditions were similar to slavery? “If they were lucky, [they might] get a place at the factory.”
“The Indians’ contracts called for seven hours’ work for about twenty-four cents a day.”
“During the first few months . . . eight cents a week was deducted for food rations.”
“Their lives were completely controlled by the terrifying overseers.”