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What was the primary reason for the slow development of agriculture in the regions with shorter growing seasons?
What was the primary reason for the slow development of agriculture in the regions with shorter growing seasons?
- The limited time periods of suitable weather conditions for crops. (correct)
- The lack of skilled farmers in these regions.
- The absence of government support for agricultural development.
- The lack of available land for farming.
How did Johannes Gutenberg's printing press influence the spread of news about Columbus's explorations?
How did Johannes Gutenberg's printing press influence the spread of news about Columbus's explorations?
- It facilitated the transmission of information through personal letters and official documents.
- It allowed for the mass production and distribution of printed materials containing the news. (correct)
- It transformed storytelling into a written form, preserving the details of Columbus's journeys.
- It created a network of correspondents who shared news through printed pamphlets.
Which of these empires was NOT located in West Africa prior to European contact?
Which of these empires was NOT located in West Africa prior to European contact?
- The Aztec Empire (correct)
- The Nigerian Empire
- The Kingdom of Benin
- The Songhai Empire
What was the significant benefit for the English Crown in encouraging emigration to America?
What was the significant benefit for the English Crown in encouraging emigration to America?
How did Pocahontas contribute to the survival of the Jamestown colony?
How did Pocahontas contribute to the survival of the Jamestown colony?
What was the most significant difference between the family structure in Puritan colonies and in England?
What was the most significant difference between the family structure in Puritan colonies and in England?
What concept of freedom was primarily debated in England during the seventeenth century?
What concept of freedom was primarily debated in England during the seventeenth century?
What was NOT a key reason for English settlers coming to America?
What was NOT a key reason for English settlers coming to America?
What did Martin Luther believe about the interpretation of the Bible?
What did Martin Luther believe about the interpretation of the Bible?
Which of the following BEST explains why Indians had more power in their relations with the French and Dutch compared to the English?
Which of the following BEST explains why Indians had more power in their relations with the French and Dutch compared to the English?
What was a key characteristic of Puritan marriages?
What was a key characteristic of Puritan marriages?
Which of the following BEST describes European society on the eve of colonization?
Which of the following BEST describes European society on the eve of colonization?
What was the main reason for the establishment of Maryland?
What was the main reason for the establishment of Maryland?
What was a key social value for Indians in the period of early colonization?
What was a key social value for Indians in the period of early colonization?
What was Anne Hutchinson accused of?
What was Anne Hutchinson accused of?
What did the concept of "Christian liberty" on the eve of colonization refer to?
What did the concept of "Christian liberty" on the eve of colonization refer to?
What was the impact of the Medieval Warm Period on North America?
What was the impact of the Medieval Warm Period on North America?
In English writings about Native Americans, who were they often compared to?
In English writings about Native Americans, who were they often compared to?
What was a direct consequence of the abundance of land in North America?
What was a direct consequence of the abundance of land in North America?
What is true about the Spanish colonies in the Americas?
What is true about the Spanish colonies in the Americas?
What aspect of European society on the eve of colonization was MOST significantly different from the social values of Native Americans in North America?
What aspect of European society on the eve of colonization was MOST significantly different from the social values of Native Americans in North America?
Who primarily worked in tobacco fields in the early years of Virginia?
Who primarily worked in tobacco fields in the early years of Virginia?
What was the situation regarding consumer goods in the 18th Century colonies?
What was the situation regarding consumer goods in the 18th Century colonies?
Did the Walking Purchase benefit the Native Americans?
Did the Walking Purchase benefit the Native Americans?
According to the economic theory of mercantilism, which of the following is true?
According to the economic theory of mercantilism, which of the following is true?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between indentured servants and religious communities in early America?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between indentured servants and religious communities in early America?
Which of the following best describes the role of West African countries in the early American economy?
Which of the following best describes the role of West African countries in the early American economy?
Which of the following statements accurately describes relations between Native Americans and European colonizers in North America?
Which of the following statements accurately describes relations between Native Americans and European colonizers in North America?
Which of the following best describes the concept of “republicanism” as it emerged in the American colonies?
Which of the following best describes the concept of “republicanism” as it emerged in the American colonies?
What role did the Royal African Company play in the development of the Atlantic slave trade?
What role did the Royal African Company play in the development of the Atlantic slave trade?
Which of the following is NOT a accurate statement about the religious beliefs of slaves in the New World?
Which of the following is NOT a accurate statement about the religious beliefs of slaves in the New World?
Which of the following was a common site for political debates in eighteenth-century America?
Which of the following was a common site for political debates in eighteenth-century America?
Which of the following places were common social gathering points for colonists in the 18th century?
Which of the following places were common social gathering points for colonists in the 18th century?
What is TRUE about the role of slavery in South Carolina compared to other Southern colonies?
What is TRUE about the role of slavery in South Carolina compared to other Southern colonies?
What significant theme did Olaudah Equiano's life highlight in 18th century society?
What significant theme did Olaudah Equiano's life highlight in 18th century society?
What was the primary right that Pontiac claimed for the indigenous peoples in his speeches of 1762 and 1763?
What was the primary right that Pontiac claimed for the indigenous peoples in his speeches of 1762 and 1763?
How did the lack of a cash crop in the Northern colonies affect their economic and social structures?
How did the lack of a cash crop in the Northern colonies affect their economic and social structures?
What region generated the most revenue for the British Crown during the 18th century?
What region generated the most revenue for the British Crown during the 18th century?
Which group of marginalized people in the colonies joined the Christian church in significant numbers during the Great Awakening?
Which group of marginalized people in the colonies joined the Christian church in significant numbers during the Great Awakening?
What was Gullah?
What was Gullah?
Which description most closely resembles the social role of a typical middle-aged woman in the colonial period?
Which description most closely resembles the social role of a typical middle-aged woman in the colonial period?
Based on the text, which of these individuals would be considered most likely to face social ostracism within the colonial community?
Based on the text, which of these individuals would be considered most likely to face social ostracism within the colonial community?
What was a key factor that contributed to the ostracization of the widowed man described in the text?
What was a key factor that contributed to the ostracization of the widowed man described in the text?
What was a significant outcome of Nathaniel Bacon's rebellion in Virginia?
What was a significant outcome of Nathaniel Bacon's rebellion in Virginia?
What aspect of the text suggests that wealthy colonists sought to emulate British society?
What aspect of the text suggests that wealthy colonists sought to emulate British society?
Which of the following is NOT a method of slave resistance mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a method of slave resistance mentioned in the text?
What was a key difference between slavery in English and Spanish colonies?
What was a key difference between slavery in English and Spanish colonies?
Based on the information in these passages, which of the following is the most prominent characteristic of the colonial Chesapeake?
Based on the information in these passages, which of the following is the most prominent characteristic of the colonial Chesapeake?
Flashcards
Martin Luther's Beliefs
Martin Luther's Beliefs
Martin Luther believed only clergy should interpret the Bible.
Power of Indians with French/Dutch
Power of Indians with French/Dutch
Indians had more power in trade relationships with French and Dutch than with English.
European Society Pre-Colonization
European Society Pre-Colonization
European society was hierarchical with inequality in social relationships.
Value of Generosity for Indians
Value of Generosity for Indians
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Christian Liberty
Christian Liberty
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Spanish Colonies' Governance
Spanish Colonies' Governance
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Medieval Warm Period Impact
Medieval Warm Period Impact
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Indians' Trade Relations
Indians' Trade Relations
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Shorter growing seasons
Shorter growing seasons
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Gutenberg's printing press
Gutenberg's printing press
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Largest West African empire
Largest West African empire
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English emigration benefits
English emigration benefits
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Pocahontas's role
Pocahontas's role
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Puritan family structure
Puritan family structure
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Seventeenth century freedom
Seventeenth century freedom
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Social crisis in England
Social crisis in England
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Married Subservient Woman
Married Subservient Woman
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Outspoken Middle-aged Woman
Outspoken Middle-aged Woman
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Single Young Man
Single Young Man
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Widowed Man
Widowed Man
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Nathaniel Bacon's Background
Nathaniel Bacon's Background
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Wealthy Colonists' Imitation
Wealthy Colonists' Imitation
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Slave Resistance in Chesapeake
Slave Resistance in Chesapeake
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Comparison of Slavery
Comparison of Slavery
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Puritan Marriages
Puritan Marriages
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Maryland Refuge
Maryland Refuge
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Anne Hutchinson's Accusation
Anne Hutchinson's Accusation
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Native Americans Comparison
Native Americans Comparison
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Land Abundance Effects
Land Abundance Effects
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Labor in Tobacco Fields
Labor in Tobacco Fields
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Consumer Goods in Colonies
Consumer Goods in Colonies
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Walking Purchase Impact
Walking Purchase Impact
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Mercantilism
Mercantilism
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Royal African Company
Royal African Company
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Slaves and Religion
Slaves and Religion
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Native American Power
Native American Power
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Republicanism
Republicanism
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Political Debates Sites
Political Debates Sites
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Indentured Servants
Indentured Servants
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African Trade Deals
African Trade Deals
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Middle Passage
Middle Passage
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South Carolina Slave Economy
South Carolina Slave Economy
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Olaudah Equiano's Theme
Olaudah Equiano's Theme
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Pontiac's Rights Claim
Pontiac's Rights Claim
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Northern Colonies Slavery
Northern Colonies Slavery
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Eighteenth Century Revenue
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Great Awakening Participation
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Gullah
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Study Notes
Question 2
- Martin Luther believed only priests and clergy could interpret the Bible.
- Answer: False
Question 3
- Native Americans in New England had little interest in trading with English settlers.
- Native Americans in French and Dutch colonies were more resistant to European diseases.
- This gave them more power to negotiate trading agreements.
Question 4
- European society valued inequality and hierarchy.
- Europeans valued freedom of expression and a free press.
- The majority of European men enjoyed significant personal independence.
Question 5
- Generosity was a highly valued social quality for Native Americans.
- Answer: True
Question 6
- "Christian liberty" ideals were present in Catholic-dominated countries.
- "Christian liberty" combined contradictory concepts of freedom and servitude to God.
- It was not prominent in Protestant-dominated countries.
Question 7
- Spanish colonies had no elected assemblies despite the Spanish monarchy.
- Answer: False
Question 8
- The Medieval Warm Period caused crop failures and farmers moving to cities.
- The Medieval Warm Period had an adverse impact on farming and population shifts.
Question 9
- Gutenberg's printing press aided the faster spread of Columbus's explorations.
- Answer: True
Question 10
- The Mali Empire was the largest empire in West Africa before European contact.
Question 11
- Emigration from England boosted the English crown's economy due to increased trade, population control and economic growth.
Question 12
- Pocahontas's marriage to John Rolfe led to interracial marriages.
- Pocahontas served as an intermediary between Powhatan and English leaders.
- Pocahontas was a crucial intermediary in the exchange of information and goods and helped build alliances.
Question 13
- No information provided about a question for this number.
Question 14
- The English understanding of freedom during the 17th century focused on religious freedom and not political rights.
- It was a crucial concept even after Charles I's execution.
- It also included a debate on who held the right to vote.
Question 15
- In Puritan marriages, husbands could physically discipline their wives.
- Affection and companionship were considered important in Puritan marriages.
- Divorce wasn't permitted in Puritan marriages.
Question 16
- Maryland was established as a refuge for Catholics.
Question 17
- Anne Hutchinson's critics accused her of promoting religious freedom and judgement beyond human and church laws.
- Her critics accused her of wearing revealing clothing.
Question 18
- No information provided on this question.
Question 19
- English writers characterized Native Americans as barbaric due to their refusal to convert to English Protestantism.
- English writers viewed Native Americans as barbaric due to their adherence to their own traditions.
Question 20
- Young male indentured servants from England did the majority of the manual labor.
Question 21
- No information provided about a question for this number.
Question 22
- Answer: True
Question 23
- Accusations of witchcraft often targeted outspoken women.
- Middle-aged women who held economic independence faced suspicion of witchcraft.
Question 24
- No information provided about a question for this number.
Question 25
- Wealthy colonists modeled their lives after British gentry by sending their children to England for education.
Question 26
- Slaves often resisted by running away.
- They established communities and resistance.
Question 27
- Slaves in English colonies had fewer opportunities for freedom than slaves in Spanish colonies.
Question 28
- William Penn advocated for religious freedom.
Question 29
- Laws did not grant the right to sue or testify in court for free Black men.
- The offspring or enslaved women were not free under specific laws.
- Laws in the Chesapeake restricted the right for free Black men to serve in the army.
- The sale of married slaves was forbidden.
- Laws prohibited Black men from marrying white women but not vice versa.
Question 30
- No information provided about a question for this number.
Question 31
- The Glorious Revolution and the return of Charles II instigated a resurgence in colonial expansion.
Question 32
- Wealthy families accrued power and wealth from controlling land and trade.
- Families controlling New Netherland's resources.
Question 33
- The shift from indentured servitude to African slavery was due to a shortage of indentured servants and a demand for cheap labor.
Question 34
- Mercantilism emphasizes government control and regulation of the economy to boost national power.
- England attempted to control certain French trade.
Question 35
- The Royal African Company monopolized the African slave trade.
Question 36
- No information provided about a question for this number.
Question 37
- Answer: True
Question 38
- Republicanism promoted the participation of only wealthy, property-owning men in public life.
Question 39
- No information provided about a question for this number.
Question 40
- A significant portion of enslaved people perished during the Middle Passage.
- Answer: True
Question 41
- No information provided about a question for this number.
Question 42
- Olaudah Equiano depicted the lasting nature of slavery.
Question 43
- Pontiac sought the right for Native Americans to possess and utilize land.
- Pontiac's speeches asserted that Native American groups had the right to autonomously govern land.
Question 44
- No information provided about a question for this number.
Question 45
- New England was the major producer of revenue for the British crown in the 18th century due to commerce and trade.
Question 46
- Enslaved African Americans and those who had been formerly enslaved participated in the Great Awakening.
Question 47
- No information provided for the question.
Question 48
- Answer: True.
Question 49
- The birthrate of slaves in South Carolina and Georgia was low.
- Answer: False
Question 50
- Enslaved people utilized strategies like lawsuits and running away to fight against slavery.
- They also interacted with religious congregations and formed alliances with other groups.
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