Colonization
What was the first permanent English colony?
Jamestown, VA
Why did France want to colonize parts of america?
Trading Fur
Which era dis the united states created a new plan of government to protect peoples rights?
Constitution Era
What is water passgage
A small body of water that connects two larger bodies of water
Who traveled from Europe to Asia in 1300?
Marco Polo
How did Jamestown flourish? What industry did they get into?
Tobacco Farming
Territory of France
Canada to New orleans
Which three European nations explored and established colonies in North America?
France, Spain and Great Britain (England)
Names some of Spain's culture that is still present today?
Language, Architecture, food and Music
Why did explores start looking for new routes Asia?
Land routes were long and dangerous
what was the mayflower Compact
First example of self government
Where did England claim land?
Eastern Seaboard
Which era did the United States set up its new government and elect its first president (George Washington)?
Early Republic Era
Where was the territory of new spain?
FL, CA, TX, and NM
What was Spain's reason for financing other voyages to America? Name all 3
Acquire land, Find treasures and convert "American Indians" to Catholicism
Why did Puritans leave England?
Religious persecution
What did England's land develop into over time?
13 colonies
Which era was there a conflict between the north and the south over slavery?
Civil War
Which two European Empires heard about Columbus's new discovery and started claiming land for themselves in the "New World"
France and England
Who is the first president?
George Washington
In what state is the city plymouth?
Massachusetts
Why were the 13 colonies established?
Social, Economic and religious reasons
In which era did Division grow between three us regions? N,S, and W
Sectionalism
What was the water passage called that went through north america?
Northwest Water Passage
Who was the first colored president?
Barack Obama