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1 Massachusetts Bay Colony By: Sophie, Aleaha, and Patrick

2 In 1630 England founded the Massachusetts Bay Colony. This is now known as Boston, Massachusetts. What Country Founded your Colony? Thanks. to www.cenargo-world.co

3 Was the colony successful? The colony was successful because it started with only a few thousand and grew to be what is now the city of Boston. Massachusetts became the 6th state to ratify the constitution.

4 Who was the leader? John Winthrop became leader in 1630. When he arrived,a colony of Puritans was already there. Thanks to Teachpol.tcnj.edu.

5 How did they get along with the Indians? The Puritans mistrusted the Indians. They brought soldiers with them for protection. In 1637, they went to war with the Pequots. www.raidotheatre,org

6 What happened to this colony? Massachusetts was a New England colony. It started as a corporate colony. After a while it became royal in 1691. Thanks Patrick for the wonderful Pictures

7 5 Facts The Boston Tea Party happened in Boston Harbor. Quakers began coming to Massachusetts in 1656. Boston Massachusetts is known as America’s walking city Thanks to www. Loc.gov/exhibits/british/brit

8 5 Facts Over the next 2 centuries Boston developed as a center for Puritan’s life. By 1950, fishing and farming had declined in Massachusetts. www.monoliatodaywww.monoliatoday and www.aimforseva.org

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