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What is a colony?
A settlement in a new area.
Who are colonists?
An English man or woman that moves to the New World of America.
Who were the Puritans?
They came to New England to escape punishment for their religion.
Why did colonists move to America?
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How many Colonies are there in America?
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Which of the following are considered New England Colonies?
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Which colonies are included in the Middle Colonies?
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What were some economic opportunities in New England?
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What was the main religion in control of Massachusetts?
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What is an immigrant?
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What is diversity?
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Match the following Colonies with their categories:
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Study Notes
Colonies and Colonists
- A colony is a settlement in new territories, with the first English colony established in Virginia.
- Colonists are English individuals who moved to the Americas seeking opportunities.
New England Colonies
- Comprised of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New Hampshire.
- Puritans fled to New England to escape religious persecution in England.
- Governance was male-dominated; women were excluded from government roles.
- Economic activities included shipbuilding, fishing, naval supplies, and industry.
- New England had a rocky terrain, limiting agricultural production, but fur trapping was profitable.
Social and Religious Structure
- Town life centered around meeting houses and churches, fostering close community ties.
- Settlements reflected strict Puritan values, with a focus on worship and discipline.
- Massachusetts was notably dominated by Puritan religious control.
Migration and Growth
- By 1735, over 6 million English immigrants sought new beginnings in the 13 colonies.
- Massachusetts Bay Colony initiated in 1630, aimed at establishing a community free to practice Puritan beliefs.
- Boston emerged as a vital shipping port by 1750.
Education in New England
- Schools operated in one-room settings with strict discipline.
- The primary focus was literacy, and punitive measures were not uncommon.
Middle Colonies
- Included Delaware, Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey, characterized by greater religious tolerance.
- The region attracted diverse immigrant populations, including Italians, Germans, Dutch, and others.
- Known as the "Breadbasket Colonies" due to high grain production (oats, wheat, rye).
Governance and Administration
- The Middle Colonies were designated as Royal Colonies overseen by governors appointed by the King.
- Diversity in the Middle Colonies significantly enriched cultural life and community relations.
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