Daily Life in the Colonies

The video explores daily life in the 13 colonies, highlighting differences between city and rural living. City life in places like Boston and Philadelphia was bustling, with specialized stores and distinct gender roles. In rural areas, life centered around farming, with indentured servants working to repay debts. The harsh realities faced by enslaved Africans and the disruption of indigenous peoples' lives due to colonialism are also discussed. The video concludes by emphasizing how location, gender, and background influenced colonial life.

What was a common responsibility for women living in colonial cities?

• Teaching at schools

• Running a store

• Managing household duties

• Working at the harbor

How did children contribute to their families in colonial cities?

• By serving in the military

• By helping at home or working

• By managing family businesses

• By attending school full-time

What was a typical morning activity for people living in rural colonies?

• Tending to animals and crops

• Attending church

• Visiting neighbors

• Shopping in town

What was the main reason indentured servants worked in the colonies?

• To escape from their home countries

• To pay off their travel debts

• To gain land ownership

• To learn new skills

How did European settlers impact indigenous peoples in the colonies?

• By trading goods with them

• By sharing agricultural techniques

• By forcing them off their lands

• By forming alliances with them