Colonial Terms and Concepts

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Charter

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An official document issued by a government or ruler. It grants specific rights or powers to an individual, group, or company.

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Colonization

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The process of establishing a colony or colonies, typically by one country in another territory.

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Exploration

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Traveling to new territories for the purpose of discovery.

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Mercantilism

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Economic policy where colonies serve as a source of raw materials to increase the wealth and maintain a favorable balance of trade for the 'mother' country.

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Plantation

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An estate where cash crops are cultivated by a large labor force, typically enslaved.

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Region

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A geographic area that shares similar characteristics.

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Representative Government

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Political system where policies are created by representatives selected by the people.

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Cash Crops

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A crop that is sold for money.

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Harbor

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Protected body of water where ships can be docked, sheltered from strong wind or waves.

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Immigrate

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To come into a foreign country to live.