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Colonial America Socio-Economic and Religious Developments Quiz

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Which colony was established primarily as a haven for Catholics?

Maryland

Explanation

Established as refuge for Catholics seeking religious freedom.

Who founded the colony of Rhode Island as a refuge for religious minorities?

Roger Williams

Explanation

Roger Williams established Rhode Island for religious freedom.

Which colony was founded by the Dutch and later taken over by the English?

New York

Explanation

New York was originally settled by the Dutch.

What was the main cash crop grown in the Southern colonies?

Tobacco

Explanation

Tobacco was the main cash crop in the Southern colonies.

What was the name of the first elected legislative assembly in Colonial America?

House of Burgesses

Explanation

House of Burgesses was the first elected assembly.

Which colony was founded by the English as a debtor's refuge?

Georgia

Explanation

Georgia was founded as a refuge for debtors.

Which of the following was NOT a major economic activity in Colonial America?

Textile manufacturing

Explanation

Textile manufacturing was not a significant economic activity.

The Triangular Trade involved the exchange of goods between which three regions?

New England, the Caribbean, and Europe

Explanation

Trade between New England, Caribbean, and Europe involving slaves, sugar, and goods.

Who were the primary settlers of the Plymouth Colony?

Pilgrims

Explanation

Pilgrims were the primary settlers of Plymouth Colony.

#10

Which event in 1692 led to the execution of 20 people accused of witchcraft in Massachusetts?

Salem Witch Trials

Explanation

Salem Witch Trials led to the execution of accused witches.

#11

Who was the primary founder of the Massachusetts Bay Colony?

John Winthrop

Explanation

John Winthrop was the primary founder of Massachusetts Bay Colony.

#12

What was the name of the first successful British settlement in North America?

Jamestown

Explanation

Jamestown was the first successful British settlement.

#13

Which religious movement in Colonial America emphasized personal spiritual experiences and a more emotional style of worship?

The Great Awakening

Explanation

The Great Awakening emphasized personal spiritual experiences.

#14

Who was the founder of Pennsylvania and promoted religious tolerance and good relations with Native Americans?

William Penn

Explanation

William Penn founded Pennsylvania, promoting religious tolerance.

#15

Which colony was established as a buffer zone between the Spanish in Florida and the English in the Carolinas?

Georgia

Explanation

Georgia was established as a buffer zone.

#16

Which Native American confederation posed a significant threat to the English colonies in New England during the early 17th century?

Powhatan Confederacy

Explanation

Powhatan Confederacy threatened early New England colonies.

#17

Which religious group settled in the Pennsylvania colony and advocated for pacifism and equality?

Quakers

Explanation

Quakers settled Pennsylvania, promoting pacifism and equality.

Colonial America Socio-Economic and Religious Developments Quiz

Which colony was established primarily as a haven for Catholics?

Who founded the colony of Rhode Island as a refuge for religious minorities?

Which colony was founded by the Dutch and later taken over by the English?

What was the main cash crop grown in the Southern colonies?

What was the name of the first elected legislative assembly in Colonial America?

Which colony was founded by the English as a debtor's refuge?

Which of the following was NOT a major economic activity in Colonial America?

The Triangular Trade involved the exchange of goods between which three regions?

Who were the primary settlers of the Plymouth Colony?

Which event in 1692 led to the execution of 20 people accused of witchcraft in Massachusetts?

Who was the primary founder of the Massachusetts Bay Colony?

What was the name of the first successful British settlement in North America?

Which religious movement in Colonial America emphasized personal spiritual experiences and a more emotional style of worship?

Who was the founder of Pennsylvania and promoted religious tolerance and good relations with Native Americans?

Which colony was established as a buffer zone between the Spanish in Florida and the English in the Carolinas?

Which Native American confederation posed a significant threat to the English colonies in New England during the early 17th century?

Which religious group settled in the Pennsylvania colony and advocated for pacifism and equality?

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