Early Colonization
Period 1
English Colonies
Philosophies & Self-Gov.
Other
100

This nation's colonies were based on agriculture; large number of men and women inhabited the colonies; relatively hostile relations with Native Americans.

Characteristics of English colonization

100

Spread of goods, ideas, people, and diseases between Africa, Europe, and the Americas.

Columbian Exchange

100

This area was founded by mostly Puritans, a group of like-minded individuals. These colonies tended to be close-knit and had longer life expectancy than other English colonies. The economy was a mix of farming and trade.

Characteristics of New England colonies

100

Time period that focused on reason and knowledge and promoted new ideas about government (natural rights, consent of the governed, separation of powers). These ideas helped influence the American Revolution. This promoted the idea of self-governance though colonial assemblies and town meetings.

The Enlightenment

100

Name at least 5 sports, clubs, activities, or groups that Mr. Uselman has coached or sponsored at FHS

Girls Basketball, Baseball, Natural Helpers, National History Day, Bowling, Esports, Gaming Club, Newspaper Journalism, Speech & Debate, "Teachers for Senior Athletes" Sponsorship Program

200

Sought tight control over the colonies and focused on

converting and exploiting the Natives. (Think 3 Gs)

Characteristics of Spanish Colonization

200

Spanish system of granting land to colonists in the New World. This system exploited Native Americans and resources.

Encomienda System

200

These colonies were the most diverse religiously and saw the most immigrants from Europe. The economy was based on grain. Quakers.

Middle Colonies

200

What was one of the first examples of self-governance in the New World,  was formed in Virginia in 1642/43 by the General Assembly. By its creation, the General Assembly then became bicameral.

House of Burgessess

200

were men and women who signed a contract by which they agreed to work for a certain number of years in exchange for transportation to Virginia and, once they arrived, food, clothing, and shelter.

Indentured Servitude/Indentured Servant

300

Fewer inhabitants than other countries; focused on trade, alliances, and intermarriage with Native Americans. Heavy focus on furs (beaver)

Characteristics of French & Dutch Colonization

300

What % of the overall AP Exam is APUSH Periods 1 & 2 combined?

15%

300

The Chesapeake (Maryland and Virginia) relied on indentured servants initially, later replaced by African slaves. Staple crops like tobacco, rice, and sugar made the colonies prosperous. Discrepancies between the backcountry poor and coastal elite

Southern Colonies

300

What was the first self-governing document of Plymouth Colony. It was written by the male passengers of the Mayflower, consisting of separatist Puritans, adventurers, and tradesmen. 

Mayflower Compact

300

Significant leader of the Puritans whom stated "For we must consider that we shall be as a city upon a hill. The eyes of all people are upon us."

John Winthrop

400

Native American revolt in the late 17th century in present-day New Mexico against the Spanish. The Spanish were expelled for over 10 years. Once they regained control, the Spanish began to take a more accommodating approach to Natives and allowed some religious accommodation. Who was the leader of the Pueblo Revolt?

Pope (Po'Pey)

400

What effect did maize have on the old world?

Once it was introduced to Europe (Columbian Exchange), it helped lead to a drastic increase in population.

400

Daily Double!

Historical Freeze Frame: Your group has one minute to plan and recreate a famous scene from Colonial American History. (Think of important events, people, etc.) The best group wins!

Various

400

Economic policy that focuses on making money for the mother country. This policy favors a positive balance of trade for the mother country and the accumulation of gold and silver.

Mercantilism

400

Why were the dates 1607 & 1754 chosen for the start & end times of Period 2

1607 - First permanent English settlement @ Jamestown


1754 - Beginning of the French & Indian War

500

Name 1 Economic, 1 political, and 1 social reason individuals migrated to the New World

Answers Vary

500

Why 1491 – 1607 was chosen as the dates for period 1?

1491 is one year prior to the arrival of Columbus and Europeans, and 1607 is the year England established a permanent settlement at Jamestown

500

The rebellion highlighted the strife between backcountry frontiersmen facing Native American attacks and the rich plantation owners living near coastal settlements

BACON'S Rebellion

500

The first colonial constitution. In Hartford, Connecticut, the first constitution in the American colonies

Fundamental Orders of Connecticut

500

Native Americans resisted English Colonial expansion leading to numerous wars such as (Name one)

Pequot War, Beaver Wars, & King Philip's War

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