SS10.5.5
Explain the early colonization of North America and reasons for settlement in the Northern, Middle, and Southern colonies, including geographic features, landforms, and differences in climate among the colonies.
Explain the early colonization of North America and reasons for settlement in the Northern, Middle, and Southern colonies, including geographic features, landforms, and differences in climate among the colonies.
Unpacked Content
UP:SS10.5.5
Vocabulary
- colonization
- representative government
- geographic features
- rule of law
Knowledge
Students know:
- The location of the various colonies was based upon many factors such as geographic location, landforms, and climate. Colonial development was often influenced by the desire for religious freedom.
- Many distinguishing factors of colonial governments continue to influence the development of the United States.
Skills
Students are able to:
- Locate colonies on a physical and political map.
Understanding
Students understand that:
- That a variety of geographic, religious, and socio-political factors influenced the location of the various colonial settlements.
- The emerging colonial governments had lasting effects still evident today.
