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The first Africans arrived in North America in ______ via Dutch traders.
The first Africans arrived in North America in ______ via Dutch traders.
1619
The English Parliament introduced stronger trade regulations known as the ______ in 1651.
The English Parliament introduced stronger trade regulations known as the ______ in 1651.
Navigation Acts
The first English colony to legally recognize slavery was ______ in 1638.
The first English colony to legally recognize slavery was ______ in 1638.
Maryland
The popular revolt in Jamestown, Virginia, led by Nathaniel Bacon in 1676, was called ______.
The popular revolt in Jamestown, Virginia, led by Nathaniel Bacon in 1676, was called ______.
The Mennonites, a group of German immigrants, founded ______, Pennsylvania, in 1683.
The Mennonites, a group of German immigrants, founded ______, Pennsylvania, in 1683.
The trade route that forcibly transported enslaved Africans to the Americas was called the ______.
The trade route that forcibly transported enslaved Africans to the Americas was called the ______.
The primary cash crop of Virginia and Maryland during the colonial period was ______.
The primary cash crop of Virginia and Maryland during the colonial period was ______.
The colony of South Carolina became known for cultivating two major cash crops, ______ and ______.
The colony of South Carolina became known for cultivating two major cash crops, ______ and ______.
The economic policy that controlled colonial trade for the benefit of the mother country was called ______.
The economic policy that controlled colonial trade for the benefit of the mother country was called ______.
The slave code that formally regulated slavery in Virginia was passed in ______.
The slave code that formally regulated slavery in Virginia was passed in ______.
The trial of ______ in 1734 helped establish the tradition of freedom of the press in the American colonies.
The trial of ______ in 1734 helped establish the tradition of freedom of the press in the American colonies.
The religious revival movement that swept through the colonies in the mid-1700s was called the ______.
The religious revival movement that swept through the colonies in the mid-1700s was called the ______.
The minister known for his passionate sermons during the Great Awakening was ______.
The minister known for his passionate sermons during the Great Awakening was ______.
The philosopher ______ argued that people have natural rights to life, liberty, and property.
The philosopher ______ argued that people have natural rights to life, liberty, and property.
The Three-Branch Government system, which influenced the U.S. Constitution, was proposed by ______ in The Spirit of the Laws.
The Three-Branch Government system, which influenced the U.S. Constitution, was proposed by ______ in The Spirit of the Laws.
The economic theory that encouraged the British government to regulate colonial trade and accumulate wealth was ______.
The economic theory that encouraged the British government to regulate colonial trade and accumulate wealth was ______.
The revolt of enslaved Africans in South Carolina in 1739, which led to stricter slave laws, was called the ______.
The revolt of enslaved Africans in South Carolina in 1739, which led to stricter slave laws, was called the ______.
The war between Native Americans and New England settlers from 1675 to 1678 was called ______.
The war between Native Americans and New England settlers from 1675 to 1678 was called ______.
The Glorious Revolution of 1688 resulted in the English throne being awarded to ______ and ______.
The Glorious Revolution of 1688 resulted in the English throne being awarded to ______ and ______.
The colony known for its religious tolerance and diverse population, founded by William Penn, was ______.
The colony known for its religious tolerance and diverse population, founded by William Penn, was ______.
What was the significance of the House of Burgesses, established in 1619?
What was the significance of the House of Burgesses, established in 1619?
Why did the Southern Colonies rely more on enslaved labor than the Northern Colonies?
Why did the Southern Colonies rely more on enslaved labor than the Northern Colonies?
How did Bacon's Rebellion impact the shift from indentured servants to enslaved labor?
How did Bacon's Rebellion impact the shift from indentured servants to enslaved labor?
Why did England pass the Navigation Acts, and how did they affect the colonies?
Why did England pass the Navigation Acts, and how did they affect the colonies?
What was the main reason for the rapid population growth in the colonies during the 1700s?
What was the main reason for the rapid population growth in the colonies during the 1700s?
How did John Locke's ideas influence the American colonies?
How did John Locke's ideas influence the American colonies?
What role did religion play in the founding of the New England colonies?
What role did religion play in the founding of the New England colonies?
What were the main effects of the Great Awakening on colonial society?
What were the main effects of the Great Awakening on colonial society?
Why did Pennsylvania attract a diverse group of settlers?
Why did Pennsylvania attract a diverse group of settlers?
How did the Stono Rebellion lead to changes in colonial laws?
How did the Stono Rebellion lead to changes in colonial laws?
Flashcards
1619
1619
The year the first Africans arrived in North America.
Navigation Acts
Navigation Acts
English trade regulations imposed in 1651.
Maryland
Maryland
First English colony to legally recognize slavery in 1638.
Bacon's Rebellion
Bacon's Rebellion
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Germantown
Germantown
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Middle Passage
Middle Passage
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Tobacco
Tobacco
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Rice and indigo
Rice and indigo
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Mercantilism
Mercantilism
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1705
1705
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John Peter Zenger
John Peter Zenger
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Great Awakening
Great Awakening
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George Whitefield
George Whitefield
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John Locke
John Locke
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Baron Montesquieu
Baron Montesquieu
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Mercantilism
Mercantilism
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Stono Rebellion
Stono Rebellion
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King Philip's War
King Philip's War
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Glorious Revolution
Glorious Revolution
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Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
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House of Burgesses
House of Burgesses
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Labor-intensive cash crops
Labor-intensive cash crops
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Bacon's Rebellion impact on enslaved labor
Bacon's Rebellion impact on enslaved labor
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Control of Colonial Trade
Control of Colonial Trade
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High birth rates
High birth rates
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John Locke's influence
John Locke's influence
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Seeking religious freedom
Seeking religious freedom
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Increased religious enthusiasm
Increased religious enthusiasm
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Religious tolerance
Religious tolerance
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Stricter slave codes
Stricter slave codes
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Study Notes
- The initial arrival of Africans in North America occurred in 1619 via Dutch traders.
- The English Parliament enacted stronger trade regulations known as the Navigation Acts in 1651.
- Maryland was the first English colony to formally acknowledge slavery in 1638.
- Bacon's Rebellion was a well-known revolt in Jamestown, Virginia in 1676, led by Nathaniel Bacon.
- A group of German immigrants, the Mennonites, established Germantown, Pennsylvania, in 1683.
- The Middle Passage refers to the trade route in which enslaved Africans were forcibly transported to the Americas.
- During the colonial era, the main cash crop of Virginia and Maryland was tobacco.
- South Carolina was famous for growing two significant cash crops: rice and indigo.
- Mercantilism was the economic policy that regulated colonial commerce for the benefit of the mother country.
- The slave code that officially regulated slavery in Virginia was enacted in 1705.
- The 1734 trial of John Peter Zenger played a role in establishing freedom of the press in the American colonies.
- The Great Awakening was a religious revival movement that occurred in the colonies in the mid-1700s.
- George Whitefield was a minister recognized for his passionate sermons during the Great Awakening.
- John Locke, argued in favor of people's inherent rights to life, liberty, and property.
- The Three-Branch Government system, which had an impact on the U.S. Constitution, was proposed by Baron Montesquieu in The Spirit of the Laws.
- Mercantilism was the economic theory that encouraged the British government to control colonial trade and accumulate wealth.
- The Stono Rebellion was the name given to the revolt of enslaved Africans in South Carolina in 1739, which resulted in stricter slave laws.
- King Philip's War was fought between Native Americans and New England settlers between 1675 and 1678.
- The Glorious Revolution of 1688 resulted in William and Mary being awarded the English throne.
- William Penn established Pennsylvania with a reputation of religious tolerance and a diverse society.
- The House of Burgesses, founded in 1619, was the first representative legislative assembly in the American colonies, allowing colonists to engage in self-government.
- The Southern Colonies relied more on enslaved labor than the Northern Colonies due to the Southern economy which depended on labor-intensive cash crops such as tobacco, rice, and indigo, necessitating a large workforce.
- Bacon's Rebellion exposed tensions between poor settlers and the wealthy elite, leading planters to rely more on enslaved Africans, who were seen as a more controllable labor source.
- England passed the Navigation Acts to regulate colonial trade to ensure wealth flowed to the mother country, restricted colonial trade with other nations, leading to smuggling and resentment among colonists.
- Rapid population growth in the colonies during the 1700s due to high birth rates, improved living conditions, and increased immigration.
- John Locke's theories on natural rights and government by consent inspired colonial resistance to British rule and later influenced the Declaration of Independence.
- Many New England colonies were founded by Puritans and Separatists seeking religious freedom, leading to a society centered around strict religious practices.
- The Great Awakening led to increased religious enthusiasm, the rise of new denominations, and a greater emphasis on individual faith over traditional church authority.
- Pennsylvania attracted a diverse group of settlers by providing religious tolerance, fair treatment of Native Americans, and economic possibilities, appealing to groups such as Quakers, Germans, Scots-Irish, and others.
- The Stono Rebellion led to stricter slave rules, restricting enslaved people's rights and increasing oversight by white authorities.
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Briefly explores key historical milestones in colonial American history. It highlights events the arrival of Africans in North America, the establishment of trade regulations, and significant revolts. It also covers the economic policies and cash crops of the time.
