The rise of the colonies, how they were governed, and early colonial societies.
How English settlers and colonists treated Native Americans in the quest for more land.
The Puritans and their role in the early colonies.
The rise of the Atlantic Slave Trade.
The impact of Bacon's Rebellion.
The British empire and the structure of British government in colonial America.
Skirmishes for territory between Britain, Spain, and France in North America.
Questions
1. What was the general attitude of the English toward Indians in Virginia? What was the general attitude of the English about Indians in New England? Why were the Indians such a "problem"?
2. What did Jefferson suggest to deal with the Indians? What are your thoughts about his suggestions?
3. What theme (or themes) do you see in this chapter? How is the theme you chose related to Takaki's chapter on Native Americans? (As a reminder, a "theme" is the main idea of one to two words).
Please number your answers. Also, DO NOT COPY AND PASTE your answers from other sources, please. I want your genuine knowledge answers. Thank you!