Life in the 13 Colonies (Story Time with Mr. Beat)

The video explores life in the British North American colonies during the 1700s, detailing the formation and characteristics of the 13 original colonies. It categorizes them into New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies, highlighting their unique features, economies, and societies. The video also discusses the commonalities among the colonies, such as political systems and self-governance, and their rapid population growth leading up to the American Revolution.

Which colony was the first to be established among the 13 British colonies?

• Georgia

• Virginia

• New York

• Massachusetts

What was a significant characteristic of the New England Colonies?

• Religious tolerance

• Focus on cash crops

• Manufacturing and shipbuilding

• Diverse ethnic groups

Which colony was known for its religious freedom and was established by William Penn?

• New York

• Delaware

• New Jersey

• Pennsylvania

What was the primary economic activity in the Southern Colonies?

• Fishing

• Iron ore production

• Cash crops

• Shipbuilding

Which colony was established as a buffer between Spanish Florida and South Carolina?

• Virginia

• North Carolina

• Georgia

• Maryland

What was a common feature among all the 13 colonies?

• Lack of self-government

• Legal slavery

• Uniform religious practices

• Low population growth

By 1775, what was the approximate population of the colonies?

• 2000

• 500,000

• 1 million

• 2.5 million