Chapter 5 - Colonial Society on the Eve of Revolution

________ was a land of opportunity as anyone willing to work could possibly go from rags to riches.

________ and bars were great places of gossip and news.

Made up about 7 % of the population (175, 000 people)

Ruled 31 North American colonies by 1775, with only 13 of them having revolted

Was the staple crop in Maryland and Virginia

________ with science helped in advancing the field of science.

________ made up about 6 % of the population (150, 000 people) by 1775.

Became a privilege that Americans valued above the majority of the other rights

Was most significant in New England as it was used to train young, future clergyman

The ________ hatred of England made them great allies and supporters of the U.S. during the Revolutionary War.

The ________ led to the founding of "new light "centers such as Princeton, Brown, Rutgers, and Dartmouth.

Were protestant and were called “Pennsylvania Dutch”

Was the leading industry

Was a land of opportunity as anyone willing to work could possibly go from rags to riches

Became an issues as some colonies didn’t want slaves while others needed them

Was a deadly solution to illnesses

Weren’t liked at first, with criminals often representing themselves in court but started to be recognized as useful by 1750