13 Colonies, American Rev & 7 Principles REVIEW

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Mayflower Compact

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An agreement to form a government

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Economic policy where colonies serve as a source of raw materials to increase the wealth and maintain a favorable balance of trade for the "mother" country.

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Mercantilism

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Due to its rocky soil and cold climate, the New England colonies focused primarily on...

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Trading and shipbuilding

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Which region focused on cash-crop farming that existed on plantations?

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Southern

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Which region has rich soil, lots of rain and sun, and easily navigated rivers? (also known as the Bread Basket Region)

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Middle Colonies

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Which region has rich soil, hot summers and mild winters, and long growing seasons?

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Southern Colonies

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Which region's economy is based on plantations, cash crops, and slave labor?

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Southern Colonies

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This region was known for wheat farming. (breadbasket)

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Middle

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What document was signed by the Pilgrims in 1620 in order to create the first self government in the colonies?

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Mayflower Compact

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What is a social contract?

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An agreement between members of society.