Indigenous Peoples of the Americas
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What were the earliest inhabitants of the Americas, who migrated from Asia, commonly known as?

  • Mississippian Peoples
  • Mexica Peoples
  • Pueblo Indians
  • Beringian Peoples (correct)
  • The Mexica people are best known for forming which empire?

  • Beringian Empire
  • Pueblo Alliance
  • Mississippian Confederation
  • Triple Alliance (correct)
  • What type of dwellings are characteristic of the Pueblo Indians in the southwestern United States?

  • Nomadic tents that move location
  • Tipis made of animal hides
  • Multi-story adobe structures called pueblos (correct)
  • Single-story wooden cabins
  • What is a key challenge in estimating the pre-Columbian populations of North America?

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    Which of the following methods for estimating pre-Columbian populations, uses the land's carrying capacity as a key consideration?

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    What historical period is associated with Elizabeth I's reign and a rise in exploration?

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    What was the primary role of the 'tribute records' when estimating Pre-Columbian Populations?

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    Which Native American group, mentioned in the text, is identified as belonging to the Eastern Woodland Peoples?

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    What was a significant consequence of the fires in New York City in 1741?

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    Which of the following best describes King James II's governing philosophy?

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    What was the primary impact of James II's Dominion of New England?

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    What did the marriage of Mary, daughter of James II to William of Orange suggest?

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    What was the significance of the Stono Rebellion in the mid-18th century?

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    What was a primary factor that complicated the English throne's legitimacy during Elizabeth I's reign?

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    What was the key contribution of the Beringians to North American history?

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    What was a significant challenge faced by the early Roanoke colonies?

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    Which of these best describes the impact of the Protestant Reformation on England during Elizabeth I's reign?

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    What is the most important method used by researchers to estimate pre-Columbian populations in North America?

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    Who authorized the establishment of the Roanoke Colony?

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    What is Tenochtitlan known for in the context of early North American civilizations?

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    What does the fate of the 'Lost Colony of Roanoke' symbolize?

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    What role did John Smith play in the context of early colonization?

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    Why was there an 80-year delay in English expansion before the Roanoke venture?

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    What is a key aspect of the Pueblo Indian culture?

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    What was a primary goal for England when establishing colonies in the New World during Elizabeth I's reign?

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    Which statement best describes the overall outcomes of the Roanoke colonies?

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    Which challenge did archaeological estimates of pre-Columbian populations face?

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    What event led to Charles I's capture by Parliamentary forces?

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    What was the original name of New York when it was under Dutch control in the 1660s?

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    What entity was established during Charles II's reign to facilitate the transportation of enslaved Africans?

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    Why did English colonies turn to Africa for a source of labor?

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    Which religious group is known for its pacifist beliefs and its unique style of meetings where attendees sit in silence?

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    Who was designated as Charles II's heir?

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    Which city was a major hub for the international slave trade in the English colonies?

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    Approximately what percentage of the population was enslaved in New York City?

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    Which of the following pairs correctly matches a colony with its primary agricultural crop?

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    What was the primary reason for the emergence of the Halfway Covenant among the Puritans?

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    What was the significance of the name 'Metacom' in the context of Puritan-Native American relations?

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    How did the Puritans respond to the significant losses experienced during King Philip’s War?

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    Which of the following best describes Tituba’s role in the Salem Witch Trials?

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    How did the 'Glorious Revolution' get its name?

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    What did the young girls of Salem use the egg white in water for, as taught by Tituba?

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    What was a major challenge faced by English settlers while colonizing North Carolina?

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    What aspect of Olaudah Equiano's early life does the content highlight before his enslavement?

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    How did the internal African slave trade differ from that created by European traders?

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    What was the main racial distinction in the legal system relating to enslavement in the English colonies?

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    Why did the Puritans attack the Pequot village?

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    What internal challenge did Winthrop face in early days of the colony?

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    Flashcards

    Bering Land Bridge

    A land connection between Asia and North America during the last Ice Age.

    Paleo-Indians

    The earliest inhabitants of the Americas descended from Beringian Peoples.

    Tenochtitlan

    Capital of the Aztec Empire, known for its architectural sophistication.

    Pueblo Indians

    Southwestern Native American groups known for multi-story adobe dwellings.

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    Mississippian culture

    Flourished in southeastern U.S. from approximately 800 to 1600 CE.

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    Cahokia Tribe

    A Native American group part of the Eastern Woodland Peoples in the Midwest.

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    Anthropological Method

    Estimates population sizes using archaeological evidence.

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    Tribute Records

    Aztec documents that provide insights into regional resources and populations.

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    Roanoke Colony

    The first English colony in the New World, established between 1585-1587.

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    John Smith

    An explorer known for his leadership in the early Virginia colony and interactions with Native tribes.

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    Powhatan Indians

    Native American tribe in Virginia with whom John Smith interacted during early colonization.

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    Elizabeth I

    Queen of England from 1558 to 1603, notable for her role in the Protestant Reformation and colonial expansion.

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    Protestant Reformation

    A religious movement in the 16th century that led to the establishment of Protestant churches.

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    Spanish Conflict

    The rivalry between England and Spain during Elizabeth I's reign, fueled by religious and colonial ambitions.

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    Sir Walter Raleigh

    An English nobleman who sponsored the Roanoke Colony and explored North America.

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    Lost Colony

    The mysterious fate of the Roanoke Colony, where settlers vanished by the late 1580s.

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    Mesoamerican Cultures

    Advanced civilizations in the Americas, including the Mexica (Aztecs), known for their architecture and society.

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    Beringian Migration

    The movement of early humans from Asia to North America across the Bering Land Bridge.

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    Anasazi Civilization

    Ancient Native American culture known for cliff dwellings and advanced agriculture in the southwest.

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    Internal Religious Turmoil

    The conflicts and tensions within England over religion during Elizabeth I's reign.

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    Archaeological Interpretation

    The study of ancient cultures through the analysis of artifacts, sites, and remains.

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    Stono Rebellion

    A major uprising of enslaved people in South Carolina in 1739.

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    New York City Fires 1741

    A series of fires that led to the execution of about 20 enslaved individuals due to suspicions.

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    King James II

    Monarch who ruled with absolute power from 1685, promoting divine right and facing unrest.

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    Dominion of New England

    An initiative by King James II to consolidate several colonies under his control.

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    Mary and William of Orange

    The couple whose marriage hinted at political challenges to King James II's rule.

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    Virginia

    A territory named by Sir Walter Raleigh in honor of Queen Elizabeth I, the Virgin Queen.

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    Lost Colony of Roanoke

    An early English colony that mysteriously disappeared, highlighting challenges in colonization.

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    Olaudah Equiano

    An African man sold into slavery, later gained his freedom and became an abolitionist.

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    Internal African Slave Trade

    A system where women and children were more often targeted for slavery within Africa.

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    European Influence on Slave Trade

    European demand for labor shifted focus to young men in the slave trade, fueling exploitation.

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    Emergence of Slavery

    By mid-1600s, laws began to differentiate treatment of Africans, establishing slavery in Virginia.

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    Slave Codes of 1705

    Laws in Virginia that defined enslaved individuals’ legal status and solidified slavery.

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    Race-Based Slavery

    The practice of enslaving Africans based solely on race, differentiating them from whites.

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    Legal Power of Enslavers

    Enslavers could kill enslaved individuals without legal consequences, viewing them as property.

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    Dissent Laws

    Legal changes that shifted identity rights of enslaved people, affecting their status.

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    Pequot War

    Conflict between Puritans and Pequots, marked by violence, justified by religious ideology.

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    Roger Williams

    A critic of Puritan leadership advocating for religious freedom, later founded Rhode Island.

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    Anne Hutchinson

    Puritan woman who challenged religious and societal norms and was banished for her views.

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    Banishing Trouble

    New England's practice of sending dissenters to specific locations to manage conflicts.

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    Colonial Massacre

    The tragic event involving Anne Hutchinson's family in Rhode Island, leading to deaths.

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    Halfway Covenant

    A church policy allowing partial membership for those living morally but lacking full spiritual experience.

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    Puritan community

    A religious group seeking to create a utopian society based on biblical principles.

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    King Philip's War

    A violent conflict between Native Americans led by Metacom and English settlers in the late 1670s.

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    Metacom

    Also known as King Philip, he led a major Native American resistance against English settlers.

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    Puritan migration

    The movement of Puritans to America, especially during the 1630s, escaping religious persecution.

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    Church membership criteria

    Originally strict, became more lenient to allow moral but non-spiritually experienced individuals to join the church.

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    Divine punishment doubts

    Concerns raised by Puritans questioning God's actions during conflicts like King Philip's War.

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    Salem witch trials

    A series of hearings and prosecutions in 1692 where many were accused of witchcraft based on hysteria.

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    Tituba

    An enslaved woman from the Caribbean who influenced the young girls in Salem with fortune-telling.

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    Glorious Revolution

    A bloodless coup that established principles of governance and liberty in England, influencing America.

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    Dissenting Protestants

    Groups like the Puritans who opposed perceived Catholic influences in the Church of England.

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    James I and Charles I

    The Stuart monarchs whose reigns prompted significant challenges and repression against the Puritans.

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    Pilgrim migration

    The relocation of the Pilgrims to the New World in 1620 seeking religious freedom.

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    Wampanoags

    The Native American tribe that faced English expansion and conflict, especially during King Philip's War.

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    Materialism vs. spirituality

    The conflict between worldly wealth and spiritual focus observed in Puritan society.

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    New Amsterdam

    The original name of New York under Dutch control.

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    Seizure of New Amsterdam

    The event in 1664 when English captured New Amsterdam from the Dutch.

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    Duke of York

    James, the brother of the English king, after whom New York was named.

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    William Penn

    The founder of Pennsylvania and a leader among Quakers.

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    Quakers

    A Christian group known for pacifism and egalitarian beliefs.

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    Quaker meetings

    Gatherings without a minister where participants sit in silence.

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    Abolitionism

    The movement to end slavery, which Quakers supported by the 18th century.

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    Social Hierarchies

    The ranking of individuals in society, often influencing language use.

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    Proprietary Colonies

    Colonies under the control of individuals rather than companies or the crown.

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    Charleston's Slave Trade

    Charleston emerged as a key hub for the transatlantic slave trade.

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    Enslaved Population in New York

    Between 15% to 20% of New York City's population was enslaved.

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    Diverse Population in Proprietary Colonies

    Proprietary colonies like Pennsylvania attracted a mix of ethnic groups.

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    Transatlantic Slave Trade

    The historical trade of enslaved Africans to the Americas.

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    Pacifism

    The belief in resolving conflicts without violence, promoted by Quakers.

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    Inner Light

    The Quaker belief that everyone has a divine spark within, guiding them.

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    Charles I

    King of England who lost his crown and life after the English Civil War.

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    English Civil War

    Conflict in the 1640s between Royalists and Parliamentarians, leading to the capture of Charles I.

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    Restoration

    Period in England when Charles II returned to the throne in 1660 after a decade of parliamentary rule.

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    Charles II

    Son of Charles I, became king during the Restoration period and is known for family ties and cultural flourishing.

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    Royal African Company

    Company established to facilitate the slave trade in Africa during Charles II's reign.

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    Charter colonies

    Colonies with charters granting them autonomy and self-governance, such as Virginia and Massachusetts Bay.

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    Virginia colony

    Initial charter colony that became a royal colony under Charles II after the Virginia Company lost its charter.

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    William Berkeley

    Royal governor of Virginia during Charles II's reign who faced Bacon's Rebellion in the 1670s.

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    Bacon's Rebellion

    A 1676 uprising in Virginia against the royal governor and colonial elites over land and policy issues.

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    Maryland colony

    A proprietary colony established for English Catholics, granted to the Calvert family.

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    Charles II's marriage

    Married a Portuguese princess for dynastic reasons, aiming to access Portuguese navigation.

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    Restoration theater

    The period of flourishing literature and arts, especially comedy, under Charles II's reign.

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    Catholic sympathies of Charles II

    Widespread belief that, despite being Protestant, Charles II harbored Catholic tendencies.

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    Nell Gwyn

    One of Charles II's famous mistresses, known for her witty encounter with a crowd while heading to the palace.

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    Study Notes

    Indigenous Peoples of the Americas

    • Earliest inhabitants, Beringian Peoples, migrated from Asia via the Bering Land Bridge (28,000-10,000 years ago).
    • Descendants are called Paleo-Indians.
    • Laid foundation for diverse Native American cultures.
    • Mexica (Aztec) Empire emerged in the Valley of Mexico, with Tenochtitlan as its capital.
    • Tenochtitlan, meaning "Place of the prickly pear cactus," was a sophisticated urban center.
    • Pueblo Indians of the Southwest developed communal lifestyles and multi-story adobe dwellings (pueblos).
    • Developed from the earlier Anasazi civilization (200 BC to 1500 AD).
    • Mississippian culture thrived in the Southeast (800-1600 CE).
    • Each culture uniquely contributed to Native American heritage.

    Estimating Pre-Columbian Populations

    • Estimating pre-Columbian populations is complex due to limited data.
    • Different methods yield varying estimates.
    • Affects understanding of European colonization impacts.

    Methods of Estimation

    • Anthropological Method: Uses archaeological evidence (artifacts, burial sites, settlements) to infer population size. Can be uncertain.
    • Tribute Records: Aztec records offer insights, but require careful interpretation to avoid bias.
    • Environmental Approach: Considers land carrying capacity, ecological factors (water, agriculture), and resource use to estimate population size.

    The Settlement of the Chesapeake and Elizabeth I's Reign

    • Elizabeth I's reign (1558-1603) was marked by exploration and expansion.
    • Roanoke Colony (1585-1587) was England's first attempt at settlement in the Americas.
    • John Smith was a notable explorer.
    • Smith's kidnapping by Powhatan Indians exemplified interactions between Europeans and Native tribes.

    Initial Discussion of Elizabeth I's Reign

    • Elizabeth I's legitimacy faced challenges due to her father, Henry VIII's, reign.
    • Uncertainties about succession after Henry VIII and the reigns of Edward VI and Mary I.

    Succession & Religious Conflict

    • Elizabeth ascended to the throne after Henry VIII's tumultuous rule and sought a male heir.
    • Religious tensions from Protestant Reformation arose.
    • England's Protestantism led to conflicts with Catholic Spain.
    • Sister Mary I tried to reinstate Catholicism.

    Elizabeth and the Spanish Conflict

    • Political maneuvering regarding re-establishing Catholicism in England.
    • Internal and external challenges faced by Elizabeth I.

    The Roanoke Colonies and the Lost Colony

    • Sir Walter Raleigh was granted authority to establish colonies in the New World.
    • Led to the founding of two Roanoke colonies on Roanoke Island (1585-1586 and 1587).
    • Roanoke Colony, North Carolina.
    • Known as "Virginia", in tribute to Queen Elizabeth.
    • Represented England's early efforts to compete with Spain.
    • Challenges like supply issues and strained relationships with Native peoples.
    • The "Lost Colony" symbolized the complexities of early American colonization.

    The Emergence of Enslavement

    Equiano's Life

    • Olaudah Equiano, born in Africa, experienced cultural life before capture and enslavement.
    • Illustrates the tragedy of forced enslavement.

    Internal African Slave Trade

    • Primarily targeted women and children.
    • Women valued for family connections.
    • Children valuable for community integration.
    • Adult males considered less desirable.

    European Influence on the Slave Trade

    • Increased demand for labor (tobacco, sugar) shifted focus to young men for plantations.
    • Reinforced exploitation across continents.

    Equiano's Later Life

    • Equiano gained freedom through the care of a Quaker.
    • Emergence of race-based slavery in the mid-1600s, Virginia.
    • Shift from earlier class divisions in the colonies.
    • Virginia Slave Codes (1705) defined enslaved status.
    • Established the framework of slavery, lasting until the Civil War.
    • Race-based slavery predominantly targeted Africans.
    • Enslaved individuals were often considered property with limited rights and legal protection.
    • Slave codes often overlooked rights, including the barring of legal recourse for sexual assault against enslaved women.
    • Legal identity changes reflected in slave codes.
    • Altered concepts of inheritance from parents.
    • Encouraged the view of enslaved beings as property.

    Settlement of New England

    • Puritans allied with Narragansetts against the Pequots.
    • Pequot War marked by brutality.
    • Roger Williams and Anne Hutchinson challenged Puritan leadership; banished.
    • Halfway Covenant emerged to address spiritual experiences in the next generation.
    • Puritans' views on God's chosen people and societal responsibilities.
    • Emphasized consequences of not following God's will.

    King Philip's War (Metacom's War)

    • Massasoit and Pilgrims initially partnered, but English population grew.
    • Metacom (King Philip) led a rebellion against English settlers.
    • Puritans suppressed rebellion.
    • Metacom killed in 1676.

    Salem Witch Trials

    • Tituba, an enslaved woman, and other women suspected of witchcraft.
    • Accompanied by unusual behaviors that fueled accusations.
    • Led to mass hysteria and accusations based on spectral evidence.
    • Resulted in imprisonment and executions (1692).

    The Glorious Revolution

    • Characterized by a bloodless transition of power.
    • Established concepts of liberty and governance.
    • Stuart monarchs (James I, Charles I) ruled, with significant dissent and persecution against Puritans.
    • Charles I lost his head to Parliamentary forces in the English Civil War.
    • Charles II restored the monarchy in 1660, but challenges remained regarding his Catholicism and ties with France.

    Colonial Governance

    • Charter Colonies: granted by companies, like the Virginia Company (ex: Virginia).
    • Royal Colonies: managed by royal governors (ex: Virginia, eventually).
    • Proprietary Colonies: granted to individuals or groups, allowing for more diverse populations (ex: Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania).
    • Quakers received Pennsylvania as a safe haven.
    • Colonization of the Carolinas focused heavily on agriculture (rice).

    Slavery in the Colonies

    • Significant growth in the slave trade, particularly for agricultural labor in the South (rice...).
    • Charleston, South Carolina, became a major hub of the transatlantic slave trade.
    • Enslaved population present in northern colonies as well (New York...)

    Mid-18th Century Events

    • Stono Rebellion in South Carolina (1739), highlighting resistance within the colonies.
    • New York City fires (1741) and violent accusations against enslaved people.

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    Explore the rich history and diverse cultures of the Indigenous Peoples of the Americas, from the earliest Beringian migrations to the complex societies of the Mexica Empire and Pueblo Indians. This quiz covers key aspects of Native American heritage and the challenges of estimating pre-Columbian populations.

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