Colonial Development and British Influence

The video explores the development of the 13 American colonies, focusing on their political, social, and economic exchanges with England. It highlights the colonies' initial disorganization, their growth, and the mixed feelings of unity and division with the British Empire. Key topics include the political culture, religious and cultural ties, economic dependencies, and the eventual push towards independence by 1776.

What was the initial purpose of establishing the Jamestown colony in 1607?

• To create a religious refuge

• To develop a new trade route

• To establish a military base

• To find gold and get rich quickly

Which political development in the colonies led to a tradition of self-rule?

• The establishment of the Church of England

• The development of local representative governments

• The enforcement of the Navigation Acts

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

How did the Great Awakening influence the relationship between the colonies and England?

• It created a shared religious revival

• It caused a decline in religious tolerance

• It led to the establishment of new colonies

• It weakened the Church of England in the colonies

What was a significant cultural exchange that united the colonies with England?

• The development of new trade routes

• The enforcement of the Navigation Acts

• The establishment of local militias

• The spread of Enlightenment ideas

What role did slavery play in the economic relationship between the colonies and the British Empire?

• It was central to the economic prosperity of the Empire

• It was a minor aspect of the colonial economy

• It was abolished by the British Government

• It was only practiced in the Caribbean colonies

How did mercantilism both help and hinder the American colonies?

• By promoting religious freedom

• By establishing local representative governments

• By ensuring preferential treatment for raw materials but restricting industrial development

• By allowing free trade with other countries

What was one major problem with the Navigation Acts?

• They promoted free trade with other countries

• They were strictly enforced by the British Government

• They were rarely enforced, leading to smuggling

• They encouraged the development of local industries

What mixed feelings did the colonists have about their role in the British Empire?

• They felt completely independent from Britain

• They were united in their desire for independence

• They had both bonds and tensions with Great Britain

• They were indifferent to British policies

What change occurred between 1754 and 1776 that pushed the colonies towards independence?

• The colonies experienced a decline in self-governance

• The colonies received more support from Britain

• The colonies developed a stronger sense of unity

• The colonies became more dependent on British goods

Which aspect of colonial life was most influenced by the Enlightenment?

• Religious practices

• Political governance

• Fashion and consumer goods

• Military strategies