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Lesson 40 of 84 · Colonial History
Enslaved People in the Colonies
The Roman Empire spread across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Rome built roads, aqueducts, and legal systems. Architectural innovations like the arch and dome still influence building today.
Key Facts
1
Timelines show events in order.
2
Cause and effect explain why things happen.
3
Oral histories preserve community stories.
Timeline
1861
The Civil War begins
1865
The Civil War ends; slavery is abolished
1869
The Transcontinental Railroad is completed
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2Which is a secondary source?