Why was religious tolerance practiced in the Middle colonies?
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- Q1
Why was religious tolerance practiced in the Middle colonies?
The Middle colonies contained immigrants from different countries and religions.
The Middle colonies adopted the religious practices found in the New England colonies
The Middle colonies continued the policies of religious freedom granted in Europe.
30s - Q2After the arrival of Europeans, many Native Americans died from which condition?diseasesdrowninghungerwarfare30s
- Q3What idea did Roger Williams promote in his excerpt regarding uniformity?Religious freedom and toleranceMandatory religious practicesStrict adherence to one faithComplete separation of church and state30s
- Q4What do the House of Burgesses, town hall meetings, and the Mayflower Compact have in common?They all helped establish early forms of self-government in America.They all required a monarchy for leadership.They were all part of British colonial law.They were established in Europe before coming to America.30s
- Q5Which colony is characterized by villages with town hall meetings, rocky soil, and a focus on commercial fishing?Southern ColoniesNew England ColoniesMiddle ColoniesWest Indies30s
- Q6
Why was Bacon’s Rebellion a significant event in colonial America?
It led directly to the expansion of indentured servitude.
It showed that government could not ignore the demands of its people
It was the first-time colonists overthrew British Parliament
It led to the expansion of Dutch settlement in North America.
30s - Q7Which cash crops were produced on plantations?rice, indigo, tobaccowheat, tobacco, grainrice, citrus fruit, fishwheat, corn, barley30s
- Q8Why was Anne Hutchinson an important figure in colonial American history?She wrote the Declaration of Independence.She was the first governor of Massachusetts.She discovered the New World.She challenged the religious norms of Puritan society.30s
- Q9Which statement summarizes the reasons for the founding of Jamestown and Plymouth?Both were settled to escape British government control.Jamestown was founded for profit while Plymouth was founded for religious freedom.Jamestown was established for religious reasons and Plymouth for economic gain.Both were founded purely for trade purposes.30s
- Q10
Why did William Penn found the colony of Pennsylvania?
to establish friendly relations with the Native Americans 13.
to provide a safe haven for English debtors
to provide a refuge for persecuted English Quakers
to make a financial profit
30s - Q11How were Africans in colonial America different from other groups who came to North America?Africans were mainly skilled artisans invited to workAfricans arrived primarily as explorers and tradersMost Africans came as free individuals seeking a new lifeMost Africans were brought to North America as enslaved individuals against their will30s
- Q12What was Winthrop's main message in his quote from A Model of Christian Charity?The significance of wealth and power.The need for strict laws and punishments.The importance of setting a moral example for others.The value of individual freedom over community responsibility.30s
- Q13
“Their condition was not ordinary; their ends were good and honorable; their calling lawful, and urgent; and therefore they might expect the blessing of God in their proceeding.”
What can be inferred about the settlers' intentions from this passage?
They were unsure of their mission.They thought they would fail.settlers came to Plymouth for moral and religious ideals
They only wanted to profit.30s - Q14How did geography influence settlement patterns in the first English colonies?Colonies were built far inland to avoid conflicts with Native Americans.Settlements were primarily placed in deserts to minimize land use.Colonies were often established near rivers and coastlines because forests were difficult to clearAll colonies were located in mountainous regions for better defense.30s
- Q15Which colony is known for navigable rivers, large farms, trade, and a moderate growing season?Southern ColoniesWestern ColoniesMiddle ColoniesNew England Colonies30s