Unit 1: Exploration and Colonization Flashcards
What was the reason for exploration in the “New World”?
British: Desired to expand/increase territory and establish mercantilism
Spain: Desire to expand/increase territory and to also find gold
French: Desired to expand/increase territory and establish fur trade (The French wanted to take control of the Ohio River as it allowed the French to control the fur trade. The more trade they completed, the more money they gained.)
What was the difference between New England’s economy and the South’s economy?
New England contained rocky soil and had long, cold winters. However, the South was the opposite, containing soil for agriculture and long, warm summers.
What is the function of growth representative government?
Growth representative government protects rights and represents legislatures. Growth representative government also had a great influence on the development of the United States.
What was the function of the Mayflower Compact?
The Mayflower Compact was written by the Pilgrims in 1620. It was a document that stated how the Pilgrims and Puritans were going to be governed when they got off of the Mayflower ship.
What was the cause of the French and Indian War?
The French and Indian War was a war between the French and the British. This war was caused due to the fur trading with the French.
