The Chesapeake Colonies in APUSH: Overview and Study Guide
Explore the key aspects of the Chesapeake Colonies, including their economy, demographics, politics, and religion, vital for success in APUSH. Learn about Maryland and Virginia's history, society, and more in this comprehensive review. Perfect for students aiming to ace their APUSH exams.
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APUSH Review: The Chesapeake Colonies Everything You Need To Know About The Chesapeake Colonies To Succeed In APUSH Shout outs to Mr. Rauch s Class at Gautier High School, and the APUSH Class watching in Bermuda! Shoutout time:
Brief Intro What is the Chesapeake? Maryland and Virginia Located on the Chesapeake Bay
Chesapeake Economy Predominantly agriculture - rural settlements Cash crops - tobacco Indentured servants (prior to 1676 - Bacon s Rebellion) Headright System benefited wealthy land owners After 1676, African slave labor replaced indentured servants
Chesapeake Demographics Many died at 20 Some families, many white male indentured servants Midlife Crisis at 10!!!! Lower life expectancy than New England and Middle Colonies
Chesapeake Politics VA House of Burgesses 1619 - First Representative Assembly Governor was appointed by England Voting requirements - mostly landowning men (housekeepers - heads of households) Elite, wealthy planters dominated politics
Religion In The Chesapeake Maryland Acts of Toleration Religious freedom to Christians only Aimed at protecting Catholics
Test Tips Multiple-Choice and Short Answer: Good luck!! BE ABLE TO COMPARE/CONTRAST WITH OTHER REGIONS Essays: COMPARING!
