the british empire Flashcards
How and why did Britain build an empire?
why - britain built an empire because they wanted more land overseas so they can build new communities know as colonies.
how - britain had a strong economy which was based on trade and industry.
they had a strong military which was able to conquer new lands and expand its empire.
What are Puritans?
The Puritans were English Protestants in the 16th and 17th centuries who sought to purify the Church of England of Roman Catholic practices
what challges did the puritans face in the new world?
. the natives would keep on attacking and leaving them with no land
. they had to learn how to grow crops lack of medical supplies for illness, shelter, and food.
During the voyage to the New World, the Puritans encountered multiple illnesses.
This becomes challenging when there is no medical attention
