Unit 1

Front

Why is it important to study the economic development of the colonies?

Back

To understand how the colonies grew and prospered

Front

Which of the following is a reason for establishing the Middle Colonies? Religious freedom and economic opportunity, Gold mining, Cotton plantations, Shipbuilding

Back

Religious freedom and economic opportunity

Front

How did the location of the New England Colonies impact their development?

Back

Harsh winters and rocky soil led to small farms and fishing

Front

What was a significant economic activity in the Southern Colonies?

Back

Plantation agriculture

Front

What was a major reason for the settlement of Jamestown?

Back

Search for gold and economic opportunity

Front

How did the Puritans generally interact with the native populations?

Back

They had both cooperation and conflict

Front

Why did the Pilgrims settle in the New World?

Back

To practice their religion freely

Front

Anika wants to move to America but cannot afford the journey. She agrees to work for a set number of years for someone who will pay for her passage. What is Anika considered?

Back

A person who works for a set time in exchange for passage to America

Front

Avery owns a shipping company in the colonies during the 1600s. According to new laws passed by England, what must Avery do when transporting colonial goods?

Back

Colonial goods had to be shipped on English ships

Front

Did the English strictly enforce the Navigation Acts on Priya's business?

Back

No, they often practiced salutary neglect.