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1 “The American is a new man, who acts upon new principles; he must therefore entertain new ideas, and form new opinions. From involuntary idleness, servile dependence, penury, and useless labor, he has passed to toils of a very different nature, rewarded by ample subsistence. This is an American....” -Jean de Crevecoeur

2 Population growth – Tenfold increase; immigration, high birth rate, & slavery Immigration – Western Europe Slavery – 90 % in southern colonies Structure – English culture Self-government Religious freedom (Although colonial governments were dominated by Protestants) Social mobility

3 Distinct social ranking existed Ranking were based on wealth 1. Gentry 2.Tradespeople, artisans, farmers, and fisherman 3.Women 4.Children 5.Indentured servants 6. Slaves

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6 DO NOW: Comment on the extent to which each of the following contributed to a more democratic society in the American colonies: A.The Great Awakening B.Immigration C.Education (art/architecture/lit) D.The Zenger Case

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