Colonial America: 1607-1754

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What was the significance of the event in 1619 in Jamestown?

It was the year King Philip's War began.

It marked the establishment of the first New England colony.

It was the year Dutch traders sold the first Africans in the English colonies. (correct)

It was the year the British captured New Amsterdam.

What was the main concern of Reverend John White, as expressed in The Planter's Plea?

The treatment of Native Americans by European colonizers.

The expansion of the British colonies in North America.

The economic viability of the colonies.

The development of a pious and just society in the colonies. (correct)

What was the primary motivation for European migration to the Americas during the 17th and 18th centuries?

To establish a pious and just society.

To spread Christianity among Native Americans.

To escape persecution and establish a new life.

To seek economic opportunities and improve their standard of living. (correct)

What was the outcome of the Seven Years' War (also called the French and Indian War)?

The British gained control of most of North America. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the event in 1620 in Plymouth?

It was the year the Pilgrims landed in Plymouth and founded the first New England colony. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary consequence of the European colonization of North America during this period?

The significant impact on the environment and Native American populations. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What sustained the settlers in their struggle to establish the Plymouth and Massachusetts Bay colonies?

Strong religious convictions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the fate of those who questioned the Puritan leaders' religious teachings?

They were banished from the Bay colony (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was unique about the government of Rhode Island?

It allowed people of different religions to worship freely (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who founded the community of Providence in 1636?

Roger Williams (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did Roger Williams believe about the individual's conscience?

It was beyond the control of any civil or church authority (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Anne Hutchinson in the context of the Puritan colonies?

She was a dissident who questioned the doctrines of the Puritan authorities (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main economic activity of South Carolina in the 18th century?

Growing rice on large plantations worked by enslaved Africans (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of North Carolina's economy in the 18th century?

Development of small, self-sufficient tobacco farms (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the city founded by English colonists and planters from Barbados in 1670?

Charleston (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which colony was known for its democratic views and autonomy from British control in the 18th century?

North Carolina (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of labor did some farmers in North Carolina use in the 18th century?

Both indentured servants and enslaved Africans (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the original economic activity of South Carolina before the 18th century?

Trading furs and providing food for the West Indies (D) Signup and view all the answers

What resulted from the ongoing contact between settlers and the indigenous population?

Cultural exchanges, particularly along the western frontier of the colonies (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was a rare exception to the usual practice of intermarried couples living in the Indian community?

The marriage between Pocahontas and John Rolfe in Virginia (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the policy known as 'salutary neglect'?

A policy of lax enforcement of trade regulations (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was a major challenge to England's enforcement of trade regulations?

The long distance between England and its colonies (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was a factor that contributed to England's inability to regulate trade effectively?

The corruption of colonial agents (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was a natural consequence of the close economic and cultural ties between England and its colonies?

A natural trading partnership between England and its colonies (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of James's fall from power?

The colonies operated under separate charters (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary problem between the colonists and England?

Regulation of trade (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Glorious Revolution on mercantilist policies?

Mercantilist policies remained in force but were not effectively enforced (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Navigation Acts?

They regulated trade between England and colonies (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of salutary neglect and colonial resistance to regulation?

The colonies operated independently until 1763 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main motivation behind the passage of the act mentioned in the excerpt?

To raise revenue for the British monarchy (A) Signup and view all the answers