History Question 1 In evaluating the histories of the early 17th century the Eur

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History Question 1 In evaluating the histories of the early 17th century the European colonies, which behavior was shared by all the colonies that ultimately prospered? Missionaries were able to convert Indians to Christianity. They used their advanced technological skills to convert the land into crop-producing areas that supplied food for the colonists. The colonists received substantial investments from their respective monarchs. They adapted to Indian customs and formed strategic alliances. Question 2 Challenges to Spain’s monopoly in the New World came from the Portuguese, who were seeking to reinstate their power in overseas trade. French, who were actively seeking sources for new investment opportunities. English, who were enjoying relative political stability but needed more land. Dutch, who wanted to escape religious civil wars in the Netherlands. Question 3 Which of these factors influenced England’s first serious attempt to colonize? desire to impart their cultural advantages to Indians desire to oppose the advancement of Catholicism stories brought back about the relative ease of Spanish conquests concern that France was creating permanent colonies along the Atlantic coast Question 4 Which of the following statements most accurately describes the trading practices between the French and Indians during the late 16th century? It was only beneficial to the Europeans who had a desire for beaver pelts. It was difficult for Indians to acquire the pelts due to the lack of a major river for hunting and transportation. The fur trade became so lucrative for the Micmac that they did not have enough time to produce the food necessary to feed themselves. Indians rejected the European imports because they did not understand their value or use. Question 5 Most of the English who settled in North America in the 1600s were not able to settle in areas where they could practice their religious beliefs. became prosperous enough to support large family units. found it difficult to buy land. replenished their population primarily through the continued stream of new immigrants. Question 6 How did religious conflict in Europe affect the colonization of North America? less money was available from investors to finance excursions. reduced the number of immigrants to North America. Europeans wanted to stay in their countries to defend their religious principles. encouraged the establishment of areas of religious toleration outside their countries. Question 7 Why were the Pilgrims who founded Plymouth colony referred to as “Puritans”? They promoted the purity of the land as the only honorable means of employment. They believed the Church of England needed to be purified of all Catholic doctrines. They agreed that the purity of the Anglican clergy allowed them to establish biblical doctrine. They believed the Church of England was the only pure religion. Question 8 Which of these was an element in the strategy employed by Massasoit, a Wampanoag chief, to save his people from destruction? moving his tribe inland to escape an epidemic. agreeing to be subject to English rules and regulations. escaping to England to convince the English monarchy that Indians were civilized and not to be feared. attempting to establish friendly relations with the colonists of Plymouth in order to pursue better access to imported goods. Question 9 The success of New France can in part be attributed to the mildness of the Canadian winter in 1608 during the first year of settlement. the arrival of Catholic missionaries. the large degree of financial support from the French monarchy. Champlain’s efforts to stay out of Indian conflicts. Question 10 Which of these incentives was offered to encourage English settlement in the Virginia area in the early 17th century? free land provided by the Virginia Company a promise that the conflicts with Indians had ended guarantee of religious freedom dividends paid by the Virginia Company to their investors Comment Comments Top of Form Post comment Bottom of Form Answer •

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1 )   The european colonies in 17 th century prospered because

The colonists received substantial investments from their respective monarchs.

2) Challenges to Spain’s monopoly in the New World came from many reasons but the first and prime reason was

the Portuguese, who were seeking to reinstate their power in overseas trade.

3)  Factors that influenced England’s first serious attempt to colonize are

the desire to oppose the advancement of Catholicism and the stories brought back about the relative ease of Spanish conquests

4) The trading practices between the French and Indians during the late 16th century was only beneficial to the Europeans who had a desire for beaver pelts.

5) Most of the English who settled in North America in the 1600s .

replenished their population primarily through the continued stream of new immigrants.  

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