How did new leaders often emerge within the slavery community on a pla

How did new leaders often emerge within the slavery community on a plantation?

A) These new leaders were often preachers and deacons selected by other slaves.
B) These new leaders were often slaves who could trace their lineage to a royal African lineage.
C) These new leaders were often slaves who were appointed as leaders by slave owners because they were considered the most compliant and acquiescent by the planters.
D) These new leaders were often the most violent and rebellious who assumed leadership of their communities because they exercised physical dominance and intimidation of their peers.

ANSWER
Answer: A