What group of people was taken to America and sold as slaves?

The correct answer is Africans. Throughout history, particularly during the transatlantic slave trade from the 16th to the 19th centuries, millions of Africans were forcibly taken from their homelands and subjected to enslavement in the Americas. They were transported under brutal conditions and sold as slaves to work on plantations and in various forms of labor, contributing significantly to the economic development of the colonies and later the United States.

This historical context highlights the immense impact of African slavery on American society, culture, and economy. The legacy of this period continues to influence social and racial dynamics in contemporary America, making the understanding of this group’s experience critical in the study of U.S. history and civics.