Colonial America

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What is a colony?

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An area of land owned by another country.

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How many colonies were there in Colonial America?

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13

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Why did colonists come to America?

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They wanted to have freedom to practice their religions.

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What was the Southern Colony best known for?

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Plantations.

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What is an indentured servant?

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A person who worked for a fixed period of time, usually 4 to 7 years, after which they would be free.

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What is a plantation?

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A large farm where crops are grown, often using enslaved labor.

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What was the main reason for the establishment of the New England Colonies?

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To seek religious freedom.

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What is the significance of the Mayflower Compact?

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It was an agreement for self-government made by the Pilgrims.

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Who were the Pilgrims?

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A group of English settlers who founded Plymouth Colony in 1620.

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What was the main economic activity in the Middle Colonies?

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Farming and trade.