Questions and Answers
What was a significant impact of the Enlightenment on colonial leaders in America?
What was the main purpose of public education in New England as supported by the Puritans?
Who is considered one of the outstanding figures of the Enlightenment due to his emphasis on experimentation and reasoning?
What was a consequence of the Great Awakening in American society?
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Which factor contributed to the diversity of southern colonies?
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What was the relationship between colonial leaders and British monarchy as influenced by Enlightenment ideas?
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Which notable figure was associated with the Great Awakening and sought to revive church attendance?
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How did the North American war between Great Britain and France affect colonial attitudes?
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What was a significant factor contributing to the diversity of Northern society?
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What was the legal status of women in Northern colonies during this period?
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How did slavery in Northern colonies differ from slavery in the Southern colonies?
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What event is associated with accusations of witchcraft in Salem in 1692?
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What role did communication play among diverse colonists in Northern society?
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Which of the following groups was NOT mentioned as part of the immigrant diversity in Pennsylvania?
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What was a consequence of the social tensions in New England during the witch trials?
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What agricultural products were primarily raised in the Northern colonies?
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Study Notes
Life in the Colonies: Overview
- Northern and southern colonies fostered diverse societies; South was rural, North was urban.
Northern Society Diversity
- Northern society included varied immigrant groups with conflicting interests.
- Pennsylvania attracted numerous immigrants, thanks to William Penn's religious freedom, including:
- Germans
- Scot-Irish
- Jews
- Dutch in New York
- Scandinavians in Delaware
- Language barriers were overcome, contributing to an evolving American identity.
Slavery in the North
- The North’s agricultural focus on wheat and corn minimized labor demands compared to the South.
- Slavery was present, primarily in New England and the middle colonies, accompanied by racial biases.
- Enslaved individuals in New England had slightly better legal standings than elsewhere.
Women’s Role in the North
- Women faced substantial work responsibilities yet held few legal rights, including prohibitions on:
- Voting
- Buying/selling property
- Retaining their wages
- Entering contracts
- Religious and legal systems reinforced male authority, limiting women's autonomy.
Salem Witch Trials
- Social tensions and strict gender roles led to the infamous Salem Witch Trials in 1692.
- Accusations began when several girls claimed a woman slave practiced witchcraft, leading to widespread hysteria.
- Resulted in 19 hangings, one pressing to death, and 150 imprisonments.
The Enlightenment Influence
- Enlightenment (17th-18th centuries) introduced a worldview merging God, reason, nature, and humanity, impacting art, philosophy, and politics.
- High literacy rates in New England arose from Puritan advocacy for public education to read the Bible.
- Benjamin Franklin championed experimentation and reason; notably known for demonstrating electrical power through a kite experiment.
Political Impacts of Enlightenment
- Colonial leaders like Franklin and Thomas Jefferson advocated for natural rights, influencing views on government authority.
- Enlightenment thinking spurred questioning of British monarchical power, laying groundwork for the American Revolution.
The Great Awakening
- By the early 1700s, the Puritan church's influence waned, leading to a decline in church memberships.
- The Great Awakening emerged as a series of religious revivals, revitalizing church attendance.
- Jonathan Edwards played a key role in renewing church commitment, leading to the rise of Baptists and Methodists.
- Sparked increased interest in higher education, resulting in the establishment of colleges like Princeton, Brown, Columbia, and Dartmouth.
Escalation of Colonial Rebellion
- Enlightenment and Great Awakening ideologies contributed to questioning British rule.
- A North American war between Great Britain and France further strained relations, as colonists fought alongside the British.
Life in Southern Society
- Southern colonies expanded in wealth through fertile land and a favorable climate, attracting diverse immigrants.
- Thousands of Germans settled in Maryland, Virginia, and South Carolina, drawn by religious tolerance and economic opportunities.
- These immigrants contributed by cultivating grain, livestock, and tobacco, and establishing industries such as weaving and ironwork.
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Explore how northern and southern colonies developed distinct societies in Lesson 5. This quiz covers the diverse backgrounds of immigrants, the rural nature of the South, and the urban setting of the North. Test your knowledge on the varying social dynamics that shaped colonial life.
