Random Fact of the Day

• The word “deadline” originated in Civil War prisons, where lines were drawn that prisoners passed only at the risk of being shot.

Chapter 2, Section 3Colonial Society (44-49)

Main Idea

• Colonists developed different ways of living as they continued to grow and develop their own culture and beliefs.

I. The Economy (45-46)A. Geography played a large role in the

development of the colonies.

B. New England 1. Most lived in towns

2. Long winters made farming difficult.3. Main industries included milling

and shipbuilding.

C. Middle Colonies1. NY, PA, NJ, Del.2. More suited for

agriculture than NE.

3. Large ports for trade in New York and Philly.

D. Southern Colonies1. Maryland, Virginia, NC, SC, and Georgia.

2. Warmer climate.3. Great land for growing crops such as rice,

tobacco, and cotton.

4. Tidewater- areas of flat, low plains, near the seacoast of Virginia and NC.

5. Relied heavily on African American slaves.

II. American Identity (47-49) A. Religion

***Many came to America for religious freedom.*** 1. Many religious leaders were also leaders of colonial government.

2. Great Awakening- powerful religious revival in the 1720’s where faith swept through the colonies.

B. Education1. Religion influenced the creation of

many colleges and universities***Harvard, Princeton, William and

Mary***2. It was against the law to teach slaves.

Slaves were not allowed to read or write.

C. Family Life***Family was very important*** 1. All family members including wives and

children contributed to the family.2. Women could hold jobs but did not have

full rights under the law.

D. Thoughts on Government1. People believed in natural rights (Locke)2. Egalitarianism- spirit of freedom and

equality. 3. Colonists had a strong belief in the

successfulness of the Parliament.

E. Growing Discontent 1. Many colonists felt like they were not

being granted full rights as they would in England.

***Americans looked for answers but the British government was unresponsive.***

2. Feelings of independence started to grow…

Mini Quiz!!! Daughtry- Tonight

1. In what colonial region was farming more common and successful?

2. In what region was North Carolina in terms of colonial settlement?

3. What was the initial purpose of the original colleges and universities in the colonies?

4. Who did most of the work on the plantations?