The middle passage is best defined as
(1) a route through the swiss alps
(2) a narrow body of water connecting two larger
bodies of water
(3) the forced journey of enslaved africans to the
americas
(4) the expulsion of muslims from spain

The correct answer is (3) the forced journey of enslaved Africans to the

Americas.

During the 15th, 16th, and 17th centuries, the Middle Passage becaome a devstating journey for millions of Africans being forced into slavery. This Middle Passage was part of a greater trade (known as the Triangular trade) in which individuals from Europe, Africa, and North America exchanged resources, goods, and ideas. This Middle Passage was arguably the most inhumane portion of the exchange as slaves were crammed into unsanitary ships. Thousands of enslaved Africans would die due to disease.

either b) they were often feared and despised by other native cultures. or

c) their obsession allowed them to coexist with many other native cultures because of their peaceful nature.

the catholic church withhold people's access to the bible during the middle ages.

people could go to church and listen to the teachings, but it was absolutely forbidden to own and/or read the books of both the old and new testaments. it was also prohibited to translate the books (which where originally in biblical hebrew) to any other language.

this was done so the church could remain in control of what their teachings were and to enhance their importance and power, while also being able to judge people's actions through information that was unavailable for the general public.