Colonial America Flashcard

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What were the 3 regions of the 13 colonies?

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The Eastern Colonies, The Middle Colonies, The Southern Colonies

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What was the main economic activity in the Middle colonies?

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Trade and commerce

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Which region had a warm climate and relied heavily on plantation agriculture?

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Southern colonies

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What were some challenges faced by the early colonizers?

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Harsh weather conditions, Conflict with Native Americans, Lack of food and resources.

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Which region was specifically dependent on plantations, cash crops, and indentured servants from Africa?

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The Southern Colonies

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Which colony had a majority of people that were promised religious freedom and was filled with a large variety of religions?

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The Middle Colonies.

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Which region came over on the Mayflower?

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The New England Colonies

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Which regions had peaceful and violent interactions with the tribes? Options: The New England Colonies, The Southern Colonies, The Middle Colonies, All of the above

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All of the above

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Who was an important leader in the New England colonies?

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John Winthrop

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What was the main economic activity in the Southern colonies?

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Farming and agriculture