Unit 2 Test corrections

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b

c

Southern Colonies

New England Colonies

Middle Colonies

Which region of colonies were known for growing tobacco?

The geographic factors in this table led primarily to the -

• founding of trade schools in some colonies

• development of different economies in the two regions

• establishment of import taxes in some colonies

• pattern of religious differences in the two regions

Which of these describes the primary reason for French colonization?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Why did slavery become a widespread practice in the United States during the early nineteenth century?

• The system of indentured servitude was banned

• The need for agricultural labor increased as a result of expanded cotton production

• Improved transportation systems made it easier for workers to migrate

• Advancements in technology led to the need for skilled workers

Which colony was the first successful colony established in North America?

• Roanoke

• Jamestown

• Petersburg

New York, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey are all considered...

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

Which colonies made most of their money from farming because of rich soil?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

Which is NOT an early example of self government?

• Mayflower Compact

• Boston Tea Party

• Fundamental Orders of Connecticut

• Virginia House of Burgesses

Due to the distance of the king, the need to keep order, and the need to protect their English rights, what did the English colonists create?

• Colonists created a system of mercantilism.
• Colonists created systems of representative governments.
• Colonists created an organized military.
• Colonists created a central banking system for trade.