Wars
When did Queen Anne's War Begin
1702
What is Parliament
The British Law-making Branch of government
What document limited the power of the Monarchy in Britain?
The Magna Carta
What was the original name for New York
New Netherlands
How did friendly relations start with Native Americans?
The French Fur Trade
When did King Georges War Begin
1744
What is an ambush
A surprise attack from a hidden position
When did King George become King of England
1760
Who started the colony of Delaware
The Swedish
When did the colonists try to join together?
1754
What is a militia
A group of citizen soldiers who volunteer when needed
What is an ally
A group or people who are friendly with other people for a common good
What did all colonial governments have
Who (What Country) founded New York
The Dutch/Netherlands
What country helped France during the French and Indian War?
When did Britain take control of New France
1763
What is the definition of "cede"
To give up or surrender land
What is the definition of an assembly
An elected group that makes laws
What attracted settlers to Virginia and Maryland
North Carolina was for the poor farmers, South Carolina was for wealthy landowners
What increased conflicts in the Chesapeake region
Competition for land
What is a representative
What important power did colonial assemblies gain in the 1700s
The right to introduce laws and deciding where the government spent money.
When did New Netherlands become New York
What Native American Tribes helped France during the French and Indian War?
Miamis, Shawnees, and the Eries