The correct answer is:
b) Sunday was a day of rest/religion for plantation owners.
Explanation:
1. Plantation owners typically observed Sundays as a day of rest and religious worship.
2. Since slave escapes were less likely to be noticed on Sundays due to the owners' focus on their own activities, slaves often chose late Saturday nights to flee to increase their chances of not being detected.
3. This timing provided slaves with a window of opportunity when plantation owners were less attentive, making it easier for them to escape without being immediately noticed or pursued.
