Today in class, most of us participated in a trade simulation that should help you understand more clearly why England wanted colonies, what role the colonies played, and how the colonies were affected by mercantilism. While we tend to think of the past as "the good old days," when times were simpler and life was easier, I hope you are getting a sense that the world of trade was already a very interdependent and complicated one. When we finish the simulation, we're going to talk about how England's desire for power led that country to set up policies and laws that angered the colonies (and eventually put them on the road to rebellion, but that comes later).
Also of note, per 5 got a special treat when Behaylu Barry Skyped into class to join our trade simulation. Welcome back for the day, Behay!
HOMEWORK:
You have a chart breaking down the four colonial regions that you need to complete for MONDAY. You need to use all four sections of the textbook to get the chart completed. You are free to work with a friend to finish the chart; just make sure to do so accurately and thoroughly!
Link to Chapter 4, Sec 1 - New England
Link to Chapter 4, Sec 2 - Middle Colonies
Link to Chapter 4, Sec 3 - Southern Colonies
Link to Chapter 4, Sec 4 - Backcountry
In case you need some help remembering the original 13 colonies, here's a map.
See you tomorrow! First Student of the Month assembly!!!
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