Questions and Answers
Which Colony was not included in the New England Colonies?
What does the word 'solemn' mean?
Serious; grave
What is the definition of 'tyranny'?
Cruel and oppressive government or rule
It is illegal for a man to have long hair.
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It is legal for a man to smoke in the streets.
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Study Notes
New England Colonies
- Rhode Island was excluded from the New England Colonies, which typically included Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Vocabulary Terms
- Solemn: Describes a condition that is serious or grave, often used to convey the weight of a situation or decision.
- Tyranny: Refers to a form of cruel and oppressive government or rule, often characterized by unjust use of power.
Puritan Laws
- A law enforced in Puritan colonies prohibited men from having long hair, indicating strict societal norms and expectations.
- Smoking in the streets was illegal for men, reflecting a regulated social environment focused on public conduct.
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