Why were merchants essential to the industrial revolution?

What is the main idea of this excerpt? 1.1.3

How was slavery in mesoamerica, africa, and the arab world similar? many enslaved people were forced to pledge loyalty to their owners. many enslaved people worked in exchange for protection from foreigners. many enslaved people were captured during war. many enslaved people taught and tutored children.

How does an appellate court differ from a trial court a. an appellate court usually has a jury b. an appellate court decides issues of facts c. an appellate court examines more witnesses d. an appellate court reviews another courts decision