Plymouth Colony Flashcard

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What was the main challenge for agriculture in Plymouth Colony compared to southern England?

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The soil was shallow, sandy, and stony.

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What does "self-sufficient" mean in the context of the Plymouth Colony?

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Able to provide for your own needs without help from others.

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How did the climate in Plymouth differ from that in England?

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Plymouth had very cool and temperate climate.

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What did the colonists use to chop and trim trees?

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Axes

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What did the colonists use whale oil for?

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Fueling lanterns

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What did the colonists trade with the Native Americans? Timber, Fish, Furs, Tools

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Furs

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What was the unique feature of Cape Cod Bay?

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It had a unique shape that protected the coastline.