Step Three: Move Beyond the Basics

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CHAPTER 5 STUDY GUIDE

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MOVE BEYOND THE BASICS

To demonstrate a more advanced understanding, consider the economy, society, culture, and politics of the major regions of British North America in 1700 and 1770. What accounts for regional divergence?"

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Region Economy (imports and exports, jobs, wealth) Population (ethnicity, race, class) Culture — ways of life, values (including religious beliefs) Colonial politics
New England in 1700
New England in 1770
Middle Colonies in 1700
Middle Colonies in 1770
Southern Colonies in 1700
Southern Colonies in 1770