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Chapter 4: Section 2 Government, Religion and Culture Glorious Revolution English Colonial Rule Colonial Government Religion in the Colonies An Emerging Culture
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Glorious Revolution William and Mary signed English Bill of Rights English Bill of Rights: a. Right to trial by jury b. Rights of the accused c. More Representation in Parliament d. Foundation of Bill of Rights
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English Colonial Rule Mercantilism: Making Money Export: Sell abroad Import: Buying goods from other countries Navigation Acts: Must trade with England only Smuggling: Trading Illegally Navigation Acts Smuggling
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Colonial Government Charter Colonies: colonists were granted certain rights and privileges. Proprietary Colonies: ruled by the proprietors. Royal Colonies: ruled directly by Great Britain. Voting Rights: White, men, owned property.
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Religion in the Colonies The Great Awakening: Religious revival which spread religion and formed many new churches, especially in the backcountry. How does this affect history?
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Emerging Cultures Women Men Children
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--Education Massachusetts passes first public education law Literacy: The ability to read and write Why was the literacy rate higher in New England Colonies than the others?
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The Enlightenment Europe Knowledge, reason and science could improve society Spread Ideas Think outside of box to better society.
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Ben Franklin’s Contributions Enlightenment Thinker Interested in Science Founded a hospital, fire department, first library and a university Statesman
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Freedom of the Press EXTRA, EXTRA! Paul Zenger found not guilty!! http://www.earlyamerica.com/early america/bookmarks/zenger/
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