English and Southern Colonies
type of colony was made up of areas gifted by a monarch as a reward or payment
proprietary colony
What resources di New England have abundant amounts of?
Home to great forests and long coastlines with natural harbors
The middle colonies had the greatest number of _______________________ of any region in colonial America
free African Americans
relating to the land
agrarian
the ability of people to rule themselves and make their own laws
self-government
Why did Roman Catholics seek refuge in Maryland
Numerous _________ groups lived in New England when English colonists arrived
Native Americans
Why did the Middle colonies have a reputation for religious toleration?
The Middle colonies were home to more religions than other colonies.
How was land distributed in New England
Town leaders divided up the land among the settles
Why was self-government practiced in the colonies?
self-government had existed in England for several hundred years, and this tradition continued in the colonies.
What jobs did enslaved workers do on large plantations
They did work such as planting and harvesting crops, woodwork, metalwork, and domestic chores in the homes.
Why was slavery less common in New England than in the South?
Required fewer workers, colonist could fill jobs themselves without relying much on slavery.
What crops did the Middle colonies grow?
The Middle colonies primary grew wheat, rye, and oats.
What type of work did artisans do
Artisans were skilled workers who provided valuable goods and services
What European movement contributed to colonial society becoming less religious and more secular?
The Enlightenment contributed to a more secular colonial society
James Ogelthorpe
Why were New England's beliefs about education unsual?
The New England colonies emphasized education for both boys and girls.
How did river contribute to the economy of the Middle colonies?
The rivers powered mills that were use to grind wheat.
What were the traditional responsibilities of women in the colonies?
Women educated children, cooked meals, and made clothing and other household items.
describing a Christian church that separated from the Catholic Church
Protestant
Why was the colony of Georgia created?
Georgia was created to be a buffer zone between Spanish Florida and the rest of the colonies.
How did the economy in New England differ than the South?
New England's economy was based on the maritime industry where the Southern economy was based on plantations.
The middle colonies had long growing seasons like the Southern colonies, but not as long as the Southern.
How did life differ for women in the New England and Southern colonies?
In New England gender roles were stricter. In the South women often worked in the fields and helped with construction projects.
How did the Great Awakening have an effect on American identity?
It gave people a sense of community with colonists in other regions and from different backgrounds.