13 Colonies
How many main colonies were there and name them
There were three colonies and the colonies were the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies
What were the 3 main reasons for European colonization
Gold, Glory, and God
What were some ways that the Native Americans got their food?
They either got from their crops or buffalo herds
What diseases wiped out most of the Native Americans?
Smallpox, measles, and ect.
What were one of the goals for Spanish missionaries when coming to the New World?
It was to convert Native Americans to Christianity
Who was the most diverse group among the colonies?
It was the Middle Colonies as they came from all over Europe.
Which countries were primarily involved in exploration of the New World
It was Spain, France, and England
What was a ceremony that the Sioux performed that they believed was essential to maintaining balance between the tribe and natural forces
The Sun Dance
Which Europeans were more interested in trading with the Native Americans
It was the Dutch
How did Native Americans saw the natural world?
They saw it full of spirits, connected to people, and believed it was alive
How was the land/economic situation like for each colony?
New England: Rocky and few nutrients, cold climate. Could only do small farming, timber and land was a source in New England. Settles relied on timber, fishing, and trades
Middle Colonies: Long, deep rivers and natural harbors. These ease the of transportation for trade business and small scale industries emerged
Southern Colonies: Ideal climate for plantations. Warm climate and rich land, favored crop production such as cotton, tobacco and indigo.
Why were Gold, God, and Glory such important motives for European colonization
It was to enhance their national prestige
Why do you think different tribes had different lifestyles?
Different tribes had different lifestyles depending on where they had live, for example the Plains tribe followed buffalo herds. While the Iroquois lived in permanent villages with crops
How many Native Americans died due to diseases that Europeans brought over?
It was between 90-95% of the Native American population
Who held the most power in Iroquois Confederacy?
The women held the most power, being able to remove/nominate chiefs
What was each colonies reasons to settle?
New England: They wanted to escape religious persecution and seek religious freedom.
Middle Colonies: Middle was tolerant with religious beliefs so many came, and also others came for economic opportunities
Southern Colonies: The Virigina company settled because of the resources such as gold. While settlers came for land, money and get out of poverty. Others were debtors criminals worked as slaves.
What were some technological improvements the Europeans made?
sextant, caravel
How did Native Americans see the natural world?
They believed in that all of nature was alive and connected to the people
Which European settlers tried to force Native Americans to accept Puritan laws?
It was the British
How did the Sioux(Lakota) choose their leaders?
They chose based on their skill in hunting, warfare, or negotiation
What was the political system for each Colony?
New England: They created a government to keep settlers together and maintain order. They gave voting rights to all male church members
Middle Colonies: First was proprietary colonies, then the king grant governing rights to the colony. Eventually republic with private charter leadership
Southern Colonies: Established a government called Virginia House of Burgesses, headed by a royal governor.
Is there any other reasons that Europeans came to the New World?
Others came to migrate from poor economic conditions from their home country and also seek political refuge to avoid oppression/persecution
What is a Kachina, and why was it important to the Hopi people?
The Kachina were spirit beings and the Hope people believed they would bring rain and ensure a good harvest
Europeans used Christianity as a justification to enslavement, exploitation, ect.
How did the Cherokee's government work?
They had separate people for war and peace, meaning it was a dual system.