Early Republic
Washington
Which colony was founded by the Pilgrims in 1620?
Plymouth Colony
Name two colonies considered part of the Middle Colonies.
New York and Pennsylvania (also New Jersey, Delaware)
Name one Southern Colony.
Virginia (also Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia)
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
What was the purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?
To warn European nations not to interfere in the Americas
What was the main reason Puritans settled in New England?
Religious freedom for Puritans
What nickname was given to the Middle Colonies because of their agricultural output?
“Breadbasket Colonies”
What was the main cash crop in South Carolina?
Rice
What battle is considered the turning point of the Revolutionary War?
Battle of Saratoga
What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase?
It doubled the size of the U.S. and gave control of the Mississippi River
Name one major economic activity in New England.
Shipbuilding, fishing, and trade
Which colony was founded by William Penn?
Pennsylvania
What system of labor was used before slavery became dominant?
Indentured servitude
Name one foreign country that helped the colonies during the war.
France (also Spain and the Netherlands)
Name one cause of the War of 1812
British impressment of sailors and trade restrictions
What was the significance of the Mayflower Compact?
It established self-government and majority rule
How did the Middle Colonies differ culturally from New England?
They were more diverse in religion and ethnicity
How did geography influence the economy of the Southern Colonies?
Fertile soil and warm climate supported plantation agriculture
What was the significance of the Treaty of Paris (1783)?
It officially ended the war and recognized U.S. independence
What territories were gained after the Mexican-American War?
Texas, California, and the Southwest (Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalog)
Explain the role of town meetings in New England society.
Town meetings allowed citizens to vote and participate in local government
What role did the Middle Colonies play in trade and commerce?
They were major centers for trade and exported grain
Why was Georgia founded?
As a buffer against Spanish Florida and a haven for debtors
Who was the leader of the Continental Army?
The Continental Army, led by George Washington, fought against British forces