Unit 1: Colonization & Exploration Flashcards
1
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Which countries participated in the New World colonization?
A
Britain/England, Spain, France
2
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What were the reasons for colonization?
A
Gold, god, and Glory
3
Q
Name the 3 regions
A
New England, Middle, and Southern colonies
4
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What was the impact of the Foundational Orders of Connecticut?
A
It was the first constitution of the New World, paving the way for future constitutions.
5
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What was the impact of the House of Burgesses?
A
It was the 1st representative government, influencing our government now.
6
Q
What was the Mayflower Compact?
A
The 1st self-government.
7
Q
What was the New England region like?
A
- Economy: Shipping, fishing, timber, trade.
- Climate: Cold winters, rocky soil (not suitable for farming).
- Religion: Puritans wanted religious freedom but were strict.
- Government: Town meetings (self-government).
8
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What was the Middle Colonies conditions?
A
- Economy: “Breadbasket Colonies” – Grew wheat, oats, and barley.
- Climate: Milder than New England, good for farming.
- Diversity: Dutch, English, Germans, Quakers.
- Government: More religious tolerance and freedom.
9
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What was the Southern region conditions?
A
- Economy: Large plantations with cash crops (tobacco, rice, indigo).
- Climate: Hot, long growing seasons.
- Labor: Slavery was used heavily for plantation work.
- Government: House of Burgesses in Virginia (first representative gov’t in America).
