History Vocabulary #2

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What is the term for a new settlement or territory established and governed by a country in another land?

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Colony

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Who were the Spanish soldier-explorers, especially those who conquered the native peoples of Mexico and Peru?

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Conquistadors

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Which term describes a person who travels to a territory or community to make converts to his or her religion?

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Missionary

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What is a violent action in opposition to a government or law called?

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Revolt

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"Cash crops"

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Crops raised in large quantities and sold for profit

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What is a charter in the context of colonies?

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A formal document issued by the king outlining a colony’s boundaries and governance

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How does an economy organize things of value in a society?

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By organizing the manufacture and exchange of money, food, products, and services

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Mercantilism

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An economic policy where nations gain wealth by controlling trade and establishing colonies