Unveiling Colonial Foundations: New England Colonies & Development Insights
Explore the historical journey of the New England Colonies, including their establishment reasons, location impacts, Native American relations, and economic growth. Delve into key terms like mercantilism, religious freedom, and more through a comprehensive educational perspective.
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COLONIAL FOUNDATIONS (FEATURING THE NEW ENGLAND COLONIES) C PRESENTED BY: THE HEPHZIBAH HIGH SCHOOL U.S. HISTORY DEPARTMENT
MERCANTILISM GRAPHIC ORGANIZER ORAL REVIEW
GEORGIA STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE SSUSH1: How did English settlement and colonization develop during the 17th Century A. How did mercantilism and trans-Atlantic trade lead to the development of colonies C. How did the New England Colonies develop, including the reasons why they were established, the impact of location and place, their relations with American Indians and their economic development.
GUIDING THEMES FOR TODAY 1. Describe the development of the New England Colonies. Be sure to include reasons why they were established, the impact of location and place, their relations with American Indians and their economic development.
KEY TERMS FOR TODAYS LESSON MERCANTILIISM RELIGIOUS FREEDOM PILGRIMS NEW ENGLAND COLONIES KEY TERMS KEY TERMS TRANS-ATLANTIC TRADE MAYFLOWER COMPACT SALEM WITCH TRIALS SOUTHERN COLONIES
GEORGIA STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE SSUSH1: How did English settlement and colonization develop during the 17th Century A. How did mercantilism and trans-Atlantic trade lead to the development of colonies C. How did the New England Colonies develop, including the reasons why they were established, the impact of location and place, their relations with American Indians and their economic development.
KEY TERMS FOR TODAYS LESSON MERCANTILIISM RELIGIOUS FREEDOM PILGRIMS NEW ENGLAND COLONIES KEY TERMS KEY TERMS TRANS-ATLANTIC TRADE MAYFLOWER COMPACT SALEM WITCH TRIALS SOUTHERN COLONIES
GUIDING THEMES FOR TODAY 1. Describe the development of the New England Colonies. Be sure to include reasons why they were established, the impact of location and place, their relations with American Indians and their economic development.
THE GREAT MIGRATION FROM ENGLAND In the 1620 s, England began to experience an economic downturn High unemployment Charles I raises taxes Church of England began to punish Puritans because they were critical of the church. More than 40,000 Englishmen immigrated to the colonies in the Caribbean and New England between 1630 and 1640.
MASSACHUSETTS BAY COLONY Before they left the ship, the men signed the Mayflower Compact in which they pledged to form their own community and obey its laws. Led by John Winthrop, over 1000 Puritans sailed to Massachusetts to establish an ideal Christian community in New England. City on a hill First land in Salem, then Boston Colony grows and prospers Well prepared for the task Little resistance from Indians Trade with Plymouth John Winthrop
CONNECTICUT Some colonists in Massachusetts disagreed with the church s influence on government Minister Thomas Hooker believed that any property owner should be eligible to vote, regardless of church membership In 1636, Hooker and 100 of his followers were granted permission to leave Massachusetts to create a new settlement - Connecticut
RHODE ISLAND Founded by Puritan minister Roger Williams Disagreed with leaders in Massachusetts Believed in Soul-Liberty people should have right to opinion on religious matters Wall of Separation between church and politics Promoted religious tolerance Wanted to deal fairly with Indians Exiled from Massachusetts and settled to the south in Providence in 1644 Given land by Natives Proprietary Colony Anne Hutchinson Challenged church leaders Banished in 1637 and founded Portsmouth in Rhode Island
SALEM WITCH TRIALS In the early 1690 s, a group of girls accused people, mostly women, of casting spells on them. Special Courts were formed to conduct witchcraft trials, often marked by hysteria Accused were often pressured to confess Trials led to the execution of 19 people for witchcraft Within a year, officials regretted the trials and apologized for the actions of the Salem Court. Painting by Thomas Slatterwhite Noble
Salem Witch Trials Was it an issue or religion or manipulation of human fear? How can human fear be manipulated? Political ad's in America. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGj0nkRLWzs
Use the chart to complete the questions below. 1. As it pertains to religion, describe distinguishes the Rhode Island Colony from the other New England Colonies. 2. Google or ask Siri about Roger Williams or Anne Hutchinson describe their stance on religious freedom.
GEORGIA STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE SSUSH1: How did English settlement and colonization develop during the 17th Century A. How did mercantilism and trans-Atlantic trade lead to the development of colonies C. How did the New England Colonies develop, including the reasons why they were established, the impact of location and place, their relations with American Indians and their economic development.
GUIDING THEME(S) FOR TODAY 1. Describe the development of the New England Colonies. Be sure to include reasons why they were established, the impact of location and place, their relations with American Indians and their economic development.
KEY TERMS FOR TODAYS LESSON MERCANTILIISM RELIGIOUS FREEDOM PILGRIMS NEW ENGLAND COLONIES KEY TERMS KEY TERMS TRANS-ATLANTIC TRADE MAYFLOWER COMPACT SALEM WITCH TRIALS SOUTHERN COLONIES
FINAL LESSON THOUGHT 1. The Massachusetts Bay Colony was founded on the principle of religious freedom. However, were all members of the colony free to practice the religion of their choice with absolute freedom? Please support your response with evidence from this lesson.
