Aim: How did imperialism and mercantilism impact the English colonies? Copy Vocabulary Mercantilism- Economic theory that a nation’s strength came from building up its gold supplies and expanding its trade by exporting more than it imports. Imperialism/Colonialism - a stronger country, a.k.a., and “mother country” conquers and rules a weaker country, politically, economically, and socially.

Mercantilism Through the Triangular Trade- Student handout a. Import-to bring in (merchandise, workers, etc.) from a foreign country for use, sale, or services. b. Export–to ship (products) to other countries or places for sale, exchange, etc. c. Goods- products d. Markets- where buyers and sellers convene for the sale of goods

Reading Activity “Colonial Mercantilism” MERCANTILISM: Economic theory that a nation’s strength came from building up its gold supplies and expanding its trade by exporting more than it imports. DIRECTIONS: On pairs, highlight key words and phrases. Alternate paragraphs as you read, underline the main point of each section. Answer questions 1-6 in complete sentences

Mercantilism:

The Effect of Imperialism on colonies 1. Natural Resources were often taken or stolen from colonies 2. Christianity was often forced on natives. 3. Infrastructure of colonies (roads, bridges, ports, and cities) were modernized. 4. Colonists protected from invasion. .

Practice Regents QuestioNS In its economic relationship with its North American colonies, Great Britain followed the principles of 18th- century mercantilism by a. outlawing the African slave trade b. limiting the colonies’ trade with other nations c. encouraging the development of manufacturing in the colonies d. establishing laws against business monopolies

PRACTICE REGENTS QUESTIONS During the colonial period, the British Parliament used the policy of mercantilism to a. limit manufacturing in America b. prevent criticism of royal policies c. deny representation to the colonists d. force colonists to worship in the Anglican Church

PRACTICE REGENTs QUESTIONS The British benefited from their mercantilist relationship with the American colonies primarily by a. supporting the growth of colonial industries b. prohibiting colonists from fishing and fur trading c. taking large amounts of gold and silver from the southern colonies d. buying raw materials from the colonies and selling them finished products

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