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What did Roger Williams do after being expelled from Massachusetts?
What did Roger Williams do after being expelled from Massachusetts?
Which of the following was a significant consequence of Anne Hutchinson's meetings?
Which of the following was a significant consequence of Anne Hutchinson's meetings?
What was a key difference between Roger Williams' settlement in Providence and the Puritan colonies?
What was a key difference between Roger Williams' settlement in Providence and the Puritan colonies?
What reason did Puritan leaders have for expelling Roger Williams?
What reason did Puritan leaders have for expelling Roger Williams?
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What was one characteristic of the society that Roger Williams created in Providence?
What was one characteristic of the society that Roger Williams created in Providence?
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What motivation led Anne Hutchinson to challenge the authority of the Massachusetts Bay Colony?
What motivation led Anne Hutchinson to challenge the authority of the Massachusetts Bay Colony?
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What was a significant outcome of Roger Williams's actions in the founding of Rhode Island?
What was a significant outcome of Roger Williams's actions in the founding of Rhode Island?
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Why did Thomas Hooker leave Massachusetts to establish Hartford?
Why did Thomas Hooker leave Massachusetts to establish Hartford?
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What characterized the efforts of early settlers in Connecticut?
What characterized the efforts of early settlers in Connecticut?
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What year was the colony of Rhode Island formed under its charter?
What year was the colony of Rhode Island formed under its charter?
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What motivated the Puritans to migrate to New England during the Great Puritan Migration?
What motivated the Puritans to migrate to New England during the Great Puritan Migration?
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Which of the following statements is true about the Puritans' relationship with the Church of England?
Which of the following statements is true about the Puritans' relationship with the Church of England?
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Who led the second group of Puritans that settled in the Massachusetts Bay Colony?
Who led the second group of Puritans that settled in the Massachusetts Bay Colony?
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What was the significance of the phrase 'city upon a hill' in Winthrop's sermon?
What was the significance of the phrase 'city upon a hill' in Winthrop's sermon?
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Where did Winthrop's group choose to build their settlement in New England?
Where did Winthrop's group choose to build their settlement in New England?
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What significant document was created by the leaders of the Connecticut Colony in 1639?
What significant document was created by the leaders of the Connecticut Colony in 1639?
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Which group was permitted to vote under the Fundamental Orders of the Connecticut Colony?
Which group was permitted to vote under the Fundamental Orders of the Connecticut Colony?
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What was the primary reason settlers moved south from Massachusetts?
What was the primary reason settlers moved south from Massachusetts?
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Which colony was formed by Scottish settlers and known for its fishing settlement established by David Thomson?
Which colony was formed by Scottish settlers and known for its fishing settlement established by David Thomson?
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In the context of New England colonies, which had the smallest amount of land?
In the context of New England colonies, which had the smallest amount of land?
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Study Notes
Puritan Migration
- Puritans migrated to New England from 1630 to 1643
- Over 20,000 Puritans migrated
- First settled group arrived in 1628
The Puritans Arrive in North America
- Settlers had a charter from the King of England
- They were permitted to start a colony in New England
- They built a village called Salem
A New Start
- Puritans, like the Pilgrims, settled in New England to practice their religious beliefs in their own way
- They wanted to make changes in the Church of England to make it "pure"
- They didn't want to break away from the Church of England
City Upon a Hill
- In 1630, John Winthrop led a group of Puritans to settle in the Massachusetts Bay Colony
- Winthrop envisioned their settlement as a model for Christian living ("... We shall be as a city upon a hill. The eyes of all people are upon us...")
- They built their settlement near the mouth of the Charles River and called it Boston
Roger Williams
- Some colonists disagreed with Puritan leaders
- Roger Williams, a minister in Salem, disagreed and stated different beliefs often
- Winthrop and other Puritan leaders wanted to punish Williams
- Expelled Williams from the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1635
Anne Hutchinson
- Anne Hutchinson challenged the authority of Puritan leaders
- She questioned the teachings of the Puritan ministers
- Her actions angered Puritan leaders
- She was tried and expelled from the colony
- Settled on an island near Providence
Growth Brings Conflict
- Settlers moved onto lands where Native Americans lived and hunted
- Conflict developed between the colonists and the Pequot tribe (1637)
- Colonists defeated the Pequot tribe
King Philip's War
- Arguments over land led to war between colonists and Native Americans
- The war began in 1675, when Native Americans attacked the town of Swansea
- Colonists attacked a nearby Native American village in return
- Conflict spread to Maine and Connecticut
A Religious Life
- Puritans' lives revolved around strict religious beliefs
- The Bible and their community shaped all decisions
- They followed strict rules for daily activities, including church services
- They valued education and had simple religious practices (no paintings, statues, or bells)
Everyday Life
- Puritans settled in small towns
- The common was the center of the towns, used for grazing and shared activities
- Barter system used for trading instead of money
- Schools were important to the Puritans
- Early schools taught children to read and helped them understand the Bible
New England Farming
- By 1750, many New England towns became busy cities
- People in New England struggled to grow crops, but they found other ways to make a living
- Farmers raised dairy cows, sheep, and produced surpluses
- They traded their surpluses at markets for goods
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This quiz covers the migration of Puritans to New England between 1630 and 1643, including key figures like John Winthrop and the founding of settlements such as Salem and Boston. Explore the motivations for their migration and their vision for a 'city upon a hill'.
