Which of the following was the source for a colonial New England covenant community? a. The Mayflower Compact b. The Magna Carta c. The Bill of Rights d. The Declaration of Independence

The Mayflower Compact could best be described as a The Mayflower Compact could best be described as a. a detailed list of reasons why the Pilgrims left England for the United States. b. a trade contract between Great Britain and merchants in the Virginia colony. c. an early attempt at self-government in the English colonies. d. a basic agreement requiring colonists to obey Virginia law.

New England had plenty of forests New England had plenty of forests. How does this fact connect to the economic importance of shipbuilding to the region? a. The supply of wood enabled shipbuilders to construct vessels to meet the demands of various traders. b. The protection offered by forests along the coast encouraged colonists to build a naval fleet to fight the British. c. Bundles of logs called “pick-up-sticks” were shipped cheaply to England and other colonies for a high fee. d. Shipbuilders sold the forests for a large sum to a joint stock company owned by a British paper manufacturer.

What was the Great Awakening. a What was the Great Awakening? a. a movement of thinkers who believed in the idea that reason and logic could improve social and political life b. the migration of thousands of English people to the New England colonies and the Caribbean islands c. the series of witchcraft trials in which groups of young girls accused church ministers of casting spells d. a religious movement that swept through the colonies and changed colonial religion, society, and politics

The principal motivation shaping the earliest settlements in New England was a. the desire for political freedom. b. religious commitment and devotion. c. economic opportunity and the chance for a better life. d. a spirit of adventure and interest in exploring the New World.

Which of the following colonies was founded as a result of Puritan intolerance of dissent?   A Virginia B Rhode Island C North Carolina D New York

The Virginia House of Burgesses and the New England town meetings were similar in that they?: A originated in a New England colony. B were completely independent of colonial Governors. C were both responsible to the established church of the colony. D represented colonial participation in government.

A man's right to vote for governor and members of the General Court in 17c Massachusetts was based on?: A land ownership. B length of residence in America. C church membership. D wealth.

Because Roger Williams was a “dissenter” and supported beliefs other Puritans disagreed with, he A. Was banished to Rhode Island B. He quit the Puritan Church and became a Quaker C. He changed his beliefs to conform with the Puritans D. He was hanged.

New England colonial society was based on:   A religious tolerance and had a thriving middle class. B family status and ownership of land. C. religious standing and was intolerant of dissenters. D. Family wealth and background

The “town meeting” was the basis for local government in which region The “town meeting” was the basis for local government in which region?   A New England B Middle Colonies C South D Ohio Valley

The Puritan government was different from Jamestown’s in that   A only free men with land could vote B only Cavaliers and other nobility could vote C that any person who was a member of the Puritan Church could vote D that even indentured male servants could vote so long as they were members of the Puritan Church

You spell my name correctly as   A Francis B Fracnis C Frances D Frankcis

In the Mayflower Compact, the word “Compact” means:   A religion B covenant C persecution D to make small

The “cash crops” of the Southern colonies were A The “cash crops” of the Southern colonies were A. Cotton, corn, and cabbage B. Rice, indigo, and tobacco C. Tobacco, corn, and cotton D. Corn, cotton, and wheat

Which is the only colony NOT founded for religious reasons. A Which is the only colony NOT founded for religious reasons? A. Virginia B. Rhode Island C. Massachusetts D. Pennslvania

EC: Where could we find the spot where the Virginia with was tried as a witch? EC: Why is this quiz called “mean girls”