Colonial America week 1

Who was the mother country of the colonies on the east coast of North America during colonial times?

• Great Britain

• France

• Spain

• Portugal

Which colonial region was most interested in economics due to the large plantation systems?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

How did the Mayflower Compact lay the foundation for American Democracy?

• The Mayflower Compact continued the idea of law made by the people which lies at the heart of American democracy.

• The Mayflower Compact continued the idea of laws to stay loyal to the king.

• The Mayflower Compact continued the idea of laws to protect only the wealthy.

• The Mayflower Compact had no impact on laying the foundation for American Democracy.

How did triangular trade affect colonial economies? (Choose two that apply)

• More and more land was required for the collection of natural resources resulting in continuing theft from Native Americans.

• More and more labor was required to work the land, resulting in tremendous growth in slavery only in the New England colonies.

• More and more land was required which resulted in greater dependence and friendships with the Native Americans.

• More and more labor was required to work the land, resulting in tremendous growth in slavery in the middle and southern colonies.

• Triangular trade had no immediate impact on the colonies, only on the mother country.

What percentage of my overall score(Final) is the End of Course (EOC) test?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%