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Why did Europe explore the New World for 'God'?
Why did Europe explore the New World for 'God'?
- To gain power and recognition for individuals
- To find new sources of gold and wealth
- To spread religious freedom and avoid persecution (correct)
- To establish colonies for trade
What was the primary motivation for exploring the New World 'Glory'?
What was the primary motivation for exploring the New World 'Glory'?
- To discover new trade routes
- To find new land for settlement
- To expand personal fame and recognition (correct)
- To acquire gold and wealth
Which colony was founded in 1620 as the second settlement in the New World?
Which colony was founded in 1620 as the second settlement in the New World?
- Virginia
- Plymouth (correct)
- Jamestown
- New England
What type of economic activity helped the Jamestown colony survive early challenges?
What type of economic activity helped the Jamestown colony survive early challenges?
Which region made money from plantations and slave labor in the Southern Colonies?
Which region made money from plantations and slave labor in the Southern Colonies?
Which economic principle is summarized as 'YOU EXIST TO MAKE ME RICH'?
Which economic principle is summarized as 'YOU EXIST TO MAKE ME RICH'?
What was the primary reason for the colonies sending cash crops and raw materials to England?
What was the primary reason for the colonies sending cash crops and raw materials to England?
Which of the following best describes the term 'salutary neglect' as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following best describes the term 'salutary neglect' as mentioned in the text?
Who wrote about natural/individual rights including life, liberty, and property, influencing the development of self-government in the colonies?
Who wrote about natural/individual rights including life, liberty, and property, influencing the development of self-government in the colonies?
What was the outcome of the French & Indian War in terms of land distribution?
What was the outcome of the French & Indian War in terms of land distribution?
Which event directly triggered various taxing policies on the colonies to pay for the French & Indian War debt?
Which event directly triggered various taxing policies on the colonies to pay for the French & Indian War debt?
'Taxation without Representation' was a phrase associated with the colonists' protests against:
'Taxation without Representation' was a phrase associated with the colonists' protests against:
