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What economic strategy helped turn Virginia into a successful colony?
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The cultivation of tobacco led to economic success for the Virginia colony.
Identify the factors that contributed to the high mortality rate of early settlers in Jamestown.
Factors included a lack of farming skills, leading to starvation, and a harsh initial environment.
What role did John Winthrop play in the Massachusetts Bay Colony, and what was his famous work?
John Winthrop was a leader in the colony and authored 'A Model of Christian Charity,' which emphasized the collective good.
What was the significance of the Mayflower Compact?
The Mayflower Compact was the first written framework for government in the US, introduced by the Pilgrims.
How did the English colonization myth diverge from the historical motivations of early colonies?
While the myth focused on religious freedom, historical motivations for colonization were largely economic.
Explain the headright system introduced in Virginia in 1618.
It was a system that granted 50 acres of land for each person a settler paid to bring over, encouraging colonization.
What was the primary motivation behind the establishment of Jamestown, Virginia?
It was founded by the Virginia Company to make money, not for religious freedom.
Why was literacy important in Puritan society?
Puritans emphasized literacy so that individuals could read the Bible, and parents were required to teach their children to read.
When did the first African slaves arrive in Virginia?
The first African slaves arrived in Virginia in 1619.
How did tobacco cultivation impact Virginian society?
Tobacco cultivation led to economic success and structured society with a small class of wealthy landowners.
What was unique about the foundation of Maryland as a colony?
Maryland was a proprietorship under Cecilius Calvert, operated under a feudal model, and welcomed Catholics.
What was the 'Starving Time' in the context of Jamestown?
A period of high mortality due to starvation, with a survival rate of only 20% amid settlers' lack of farming skills.
Discuss the Puritans' approach to governance and society in Massachusetts Bay Colony.
Puritans emphasized social unity and a religious mission over individual needs, and had a large degree of self-governance.
How did Puritans exhibit religious intolerance in New England?
Despite seeking religious freedom, Puritans were intolerant of other beliefs, leading to the banishment of figures like Roger Williams and Ann Hutchinson.
Who were the Pilgrims and what colony did they establish?
The Pilgrims were religious settlers who sought to separate from the Church of England. They founded Plymouth Colony in 1620.
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