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Reasons for European Exploration of the New World

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Reasons for European Exploration of the New World

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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'?

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?

Virginia

Plymouth (correct)

Jamestown

New England

What type of economic activity helped the Jamestown colony survive early challenges?

Tobacco cultivation Signup and view all the answers

Which region made money from plantations and slave labor in the Southern Colonies?

Southern Colonies Signup and view all the answers

Which economic principle is summarized as 'YOU EXIST TO MAKE ME RICH'?

'Mercantilism' Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the colonies sending cash crops and raw materials to England?

In exchange for manufactured goods Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'salutary neglect' as mentioned in the text?

Beneficial neglect or ignoring by England towards the colonies Signup and view all the answers

Who wrote about natural/individual rights including life, liberty, and property, influencing the development of self-government in the colonies?

John Locke Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the French & Indian War in terms of land distribution?

Britain received all land to the Mississippi River except New Orleans Signup and view all the answers

Which event directly triggered various taxing policies on the colonies to pay for the French & Indian War debt?

Boston Massacre Signup and view all the answers

'Taxation without Representation' was a phrase associated with the colonists' protests against:

Imposing taxes without colonial input in British Parliament Signup and view all the answers