1. Provide an answer to the questions below regarding the reason why Spain was able to begin North American exploration and colonization almost 100 years before England did.
1a. What was the major event that allowed Spain to follow Portugal in exploration beyond the Mediterranean Sea, and begin colonization efforts in the Western Hemisphere the late 15th century?
1b. Who was the most important religious leader for England during the 16th century, and why?
1c. Who was the most important secular leader whose actions changed England's relationship with the rest of Europe? What did this leader do, for what reason?
1d. What was the Elizabethan Settlement and why is it important?
2. What are the major differences and similarities (if any) between the Spanish, French, and English contact with Native Americans in the Western Hemisphere (discuss the objective and role of government; the role of religion; the types of colonists; the economic system established)? Briefly describe how each of the five English colonies discussed in class dealt with the Native Americans that were encountered.
3. Describe and discuss the Dominion of New England. When was it created? Who created it? Why was it created? What was the result of the Dominion of New England? Which three colonies were most affected by its demise? How were the effected, and what was the ultimate result of any changes?
4. Briefly describe the major differences and similarities (if any) in the colonization efforts of Spain, France, and England in the Western Hemisphere. Focus on the objective and role of government; the role of religion; the type of colonists utilized; and the economic systems established in each.
5. Briefly describe the three different colonial regions that developed in English North America. How did they differ and how were they similar (think in terms of their economies, their religions, their governmental structure, and their social/cultural makeup).