Question

when northup is sold to edwin epps, which central idea is reinforced?
enslaved people are worthy of knowing the blessings of god.
all people are ultimately in control of their own identities.
the practice of slavery is dehumanizing and barbaric.
african americans are as talented and intelligent as white people.

Explanation:

When Northup is sold, it shows the inhumane nature of slavery. Being sold like property dehumanizes enslaved people, which aligns with the idea that slavery is dehumanizing and barbaric. The other options are not directly related to the act of being sold. Enslaved people being worthy of God's blessings (if relevant) would be more about their spiritual worth, not the act of sale. People controlling their identities is contradicted by being sold (no control). African - Americans' talent/intelligence comparison is not about the act of sale.

Answer:

The practice of slavery is dehumanizing and barbaric.