Lesson 13 of 84 · Decolonization
⭐ 30 XPThe Thirteen Colonies: New England
The New England colonies, including Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire, were established primarily for religious freedom and economic opportunities.
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The New England colonies, including Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire, were established primarily for religious freedom and economic opportunities. The Puritans, who settled in Massachusetts, sought to create a 'city upon a hill' that reflected their religious ideals, leading to a tightly-knit community focused on moral discipline and education. The New England economy was characterized by small-scale farming, fishing, and trade, which differed from the plantation economies of the Southern colonies. This distinct social and economic framework shaped the region's development and its role in the larger colonial landscape.
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New England colonies were established for religious freedom and economic opportunities.
The Puritans aimed to create a morally disciplined community in Massachusetts.
The economy was based on small-scale farming, fishing, and trade.
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Women gain the right to vote (19th Amendment)
The Great Depression begins
The U.S. enters World War II
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1 of 2Which group primarily settled in Massachusetts?
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