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Ch. 1 - Meet the Colonists
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What new language did colonists speak?
American English
How often was mail delivered between Philadelphia and Boston?
Once a week
How did roads help the colonists?
Made travel and trade easier
What words did colonists borrow from Native Americans?
Pecan, moccasin, and skunk
What words did colonists borrow from Dutch?
Waffle, cookie, and sleigh
What words did colonists borrow from German?
Noodle and pretzel
What did other settlers think of Swedish log cabins?
They thought they were good for the frontier and copied them
What type of house did Swedish settlers build?
Log cabins
Why did immigrants live near others from their country?
To feel comfortable and speak their own language
What did ships bring to the colonies?
Goods like glass, paint, tea, and wine
What jobs did people in towns and cities do?
Building ships, running shops, making shoes, and printing newspapers
What did families make for themselves?
Food, clothes, tools, furniture, and houses
What work did most families do?
Farming
What happened to people who were forced to immigrate from Africa?
They were forced to work, mostly in the South
How many colonists were from Germany?
About one-third
Where did most colonists come from?
England
Why did people come to the colonies?
For opportunities like owning land, working, or freedom
What is an immigrant?
A person who moves to a new country
How many colonies were there by 1750?
13
What year did 400 Germans come to Philadelphia?
1750
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