Comparison in Period 2 - AP U.S. History
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Which group of colonies was characterized by a social hierarchy based on wealth and family status?
Which group of colonies was characterized by a social hierarchy based on wealth and family status?
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Southern Colonies. Plantation system created distinct class divisions.
Southern Colonies. Plantation system created distinct class divisions.
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What was the primary purpose of the Dominion of New England?
What was the primary purpose of the Dominion of New England?
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To centralize control over the New England colonies. 1686 attempt by James II to consolidate colonial administration.
To centralize control over the New England colonies. 1686 attempt by James II to consolidate colonial administration.
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What was the primary source of labor for New England farms?
What was the primary source of labor for New England farms?
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Family labor. Small farms relied on household members rather than servants.
Family labor. Small farms relied on household members rather than servants.
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Which colonial region had the most urban development?
Which colonial region had the most urban development?
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Middle Colonies. Cities like Philadelphia and New York became major trade centers.
Middle Colonies. Cities like Philadelphia and New York became major trade centers.
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Which colony was established as a refuge for Quakers?
Which colony was established as a refuge for Quakers?
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Pennsylvania. William Penn's 'holy experiment' welcomed persecuted Quakers.
Pennsylvania. William Penn's 'holy experiment' welcomed persecuted Quakers.
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What was the primary motivation for the French colonization of North America?
What was the primary motivation for the French colonization of North America?
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Fur trade and economic gain. Economic opportunities rather than permanent settlement focused.
Fur trade and economic gain. Economic opportunities rather than permanent settlement focused.
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Which colonial region had the most diverse economy?
Which colonial region had the most diverse economy?
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Middle Colonies. Combined agriculture, commerce, and early manufacturing.
Middle Colonies. Combined agriculture, commerce, and early manufacturing.
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What was the primary religious movement in the colonies during the 1730s and 1740s?
What was the primary religious movement in the colonies during the 1730s and 1740s?
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The Great Awakening. Evangelical revival emphasized personal salvation and emotion.
The Great Awakening. Evangelical revival emphasized personal salvation and emotion.
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Identify the primary cash crop of the Southern colonies.
Identify the primary cash crop of the Southern colonies.
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Tobacco. Grown extensively in Virginia and Maryland for export profits.
Tobacco. Grown extensively in Virginia and Maryland for export profits.
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Which European country primarily settled in Florida during Period 2?
Which European country primarily settled in Florida during Period 2?
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Spain. Established permanent settlements starting with St. Augustine in 1565.
Spain. Established permanent settlements starting with St. Augustine in 1565.
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What was the primary economic activity in the New England colonies?
What was the primary economic activity in the New England colonies?
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Shipbuilding and fishing. Rocky soil and coastal location made these industries most viable.
Shipbuilding and fishing. Rocky soil and coastal location made these industries most viable.
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Which event led to the collapse of the Dominion of New England?
Which event led to the collapse of the Dominion of New England?
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The Glorious Revolution. 1688 English revolution ended James II's authoritarian rule.
The Glorious Revolution. 1688 English revolution ended James II's authoritarian rule.
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Which group sought to 'purify' the Church of England rather than separate from it?
Which group sought to 'purify' the Church of England rather than separate from it?
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Puritans. Reformed Protestants who wanted to cleanse Anglican practices.
Puritans. Reformed Protestants who wanted to cleanse Anglican practices.
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Identify the colonial region known for its religious diversity and ethnic pluralism.
Identify the colonial region known for its religious diversity and ethnic pluralism.
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Middle Colonies. New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware welcomed many groups.
Middle Colonies. New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware welcomed many groups.
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Which colony was founded as a haven for English Catholics?
Which colony was founded as a haven for English Catholics?
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Maryland. Lord Baltimore established it as a Catholic refuge colony.
Maryland. Lord Baltimore established it as a Catholic refuge colony.
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What was the primary labor system in the Southern colonies before the widespread use of African slaves?
What was the primary labor system in the Southern colonies before the widespread use of African slaves?
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Indentured servitude. Workers bound by contract for typically 4-7 years of service.
Indentured servitude. Workers bound by contract for typically 4-7 years of service.
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What was the purpose of the Navigation Acts?
What was the purpose of the Navigation Acts?
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To regulate colonial trade and enable England to collect taxes. Ensured colonial trade benefited England through restrictions.
To regulate colonial trade and enable England to collect taxes. Ensured colonial trade benefited England through restrictions.
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Which colony was originally founded by the Dutch?
Which colony was originally founded by the Dutch?
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New York. New Amsterdam became New York after English conquest in 1664.
New York. New Amsterdam became New York after English conquest in 1664.
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Who was the leader of the Wampanoag during King Philip's War?
Who was the leader of the Wampanoag during King Philip's War?
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Metacom (King Philip). Wampanoag sachem who led 1675-1676 war against colonists.
Metacom (King Philip). Wampanoag sachem who led 1675-1676 war against colonists.
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What was the primary cause of the Pequot War?
What was the primary cause of the Pequot War?
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Conflicts over trade and territorial expansion. 1636-1638 war over Connecticut River valley control.
Conflicts over trade and territorial expansion. 1636-1638 war over Connecticut River valley control.
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Which colony was founded by James Oglethorpe?
Which colony was founded by James Oglethorpe?
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Georgia. Established in 1732 as the last of the thirteen colonies.
Georgia. Established in 1732 as the last of the thirteen colonies.
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What was the primary economic activity in the Middle Colonies?
What was the primary economic activity in the Middle Colonies?
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Grain farming and commerce. Rich soil and rivers supported diverse agricultural production.
Grain farming and commerce. Rich soil and rivers supported diverse agricultural production.
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Which event led to the collapse of the Dominion of New England?
Which event led to the collapse of the Dominion of New England?
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The Glorious Revolution. 1688 English revolution ended James II's authoritarian rule.
The Glorious Revolution. 1688 English revolution ended James II's authoritarian rule.
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What was the primary labor system in the Southern colonies before the widespread use of African slaves?
What was the primary labor system in the Southern colonies before the widespread use of African slaves?
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Indentured servitude. Workers bound by contract for typically 4-7 years of service.
Indentured servitude. Workers bound by contract for typically 4-7 years of service.
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Name the economic system where colonies existed for the benefit of the mother country.
Name the economic system where colonies existed for the benefit of the mother country.
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Mercantilism. Colonies provided raw materials and bought manufactured goods.
Mercantilism. Colonies provided raw materials and bought manufactured goods.
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Which group sought to 'purify' the Church of England rather than separate from it?
Which group sought to 'purify' the Church of England rather than separate from it?
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Puritans. Reformed Protestants who wanted to cleanse Anglican practices.
Puritans. Reformed Protestants who wanted to cleanse Anglican practices.
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What was the primary economic activity in the New England colonies?
What was the primary economic activity in the New England colonies?
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Shipbuilding and fishing. Rocky soil and coastal location made these industries most viable.
Shipbuilding and fishing. Rocky soil and coastal location made these industries most viable.
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Which European country primarily settled in Florida during Period 2?
Which European country primarily settled in Florida during Period 2?
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Spain. Established permanent settlements starting with St. Augustine in 1565.
Spain. Established permanent settlements starting with St. Augustine in 1565.
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Identify the primary cash crop of the Southern colonies.
Identify the primary cash crop of the Southern colonies.
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Tobacco. Grown extensively in Virginia and Maryland for export profits.
Tobacco. Grown extensively in Virginia and Maryland for export profits.
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Which colony was known for its religious tolerance and diversity?
Which colony was known for its religious tolerance and diversity?
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Pennsylvania. Founded by William Penn as a haven for Quakers and others.
Pennsylvania. Founded by William Penn as a haven for Quakers and others.
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