In colonial America, work (a) was required, at least for the lower cl

In colonial America, work

(a) was required, at least for the lower classes, even for whites not bound in servitude.
(b) was required of all classes, wealthy or poor, slaves or free.
(c) was the decision of the individual, like it is today, except for slaves and indentured servants.
(d) was thought to be for the “colored” races, with white folks exploiting their labor.

ANSWER

(a)