3.2 New England Colonies Flashcards
1
Q
What was important / main factors of daily life in the New England colonies?
A
- Religion and Government closely linked
- New England economy based on trade and fishing
- Education was very important
2
Q
Describe the role that religion played in the formation of the New England colonies.
A
- Puritans and Pilgrims
- Dissenters left Mass. To Rhode Island, Conneticut
- church leaders = government leaders
3
Q
Compare and contrast the Pilgrims and Puritans.
A
Puritans wanted to purify the church, escape persecution and created the Mass. bay colony
Pilgrims wanted to separate completely, escape persecution and made Plymouth
4
Q
Why was the Mayflower Compact important?
A
- established government in colony
- fair laws
- local Gvnmt 2. Cooperation for common good 3. Base for modern government
5
Q
How were women’s roles different in the new colonies ?
A
Had more rights
Could own land
Contracts
6
Q
What were some main parts for founding the New England colonies ?
A
- avoid religious persecution
7
Q
Relationship between religion and government
A
- leaders same in church and in government
- laws based off of Bible
- dissenters
8
Q
What industries were essential to the economy?
A
- Fishing
- Shipbuilding
- Trading
