Development of Distinct Cultures in New England and Chesapeake Regions
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Flashcards covering the key distinctions between the development of cultures in the New England and Chesapeake regions.
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New England Colonies
Regions such as Plymouth and Massachusetts Bay settled by Puritan families escaping Catholic England.
City on a Hill
A phrase from Puritan sermons symbolizing their societal aspirations.
Mayflower Compact
An agreement made by settlers during their journey, symbolizing self-governance.
Chesapeake Region
Colonial area characterized by young men seeking fortune, with a focus on gold rather than family communities.
Tobacco
A cash crop introduced by John Rolfe that became crucial for the Chesapeake economy.
1619
The year the first slaves were introduced to the Chesapeake region.
Puritanism
A religious reform movement that aimed to purify the Church of England, leading to settlements like those in New England.
Agricultural Knowledge
Most settlers in the Chesapeake had very little expertise in farming, impacting their livelihood.
Community Structure
New England was characterized by closely-knit communities and town meetings, contrasting the separation seen in the Chesapeake.
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