5th - SS Chapter 6 Lesson 3 Revised Flashcards
What is a book with facts and figures about many topics?
Almanac
What is a movement in the 1730s in which people again became interested in religion?
Great Awakening
What was the main thing that schools in colonial times had in common with schools today?
Students learned the basics - reading, writing, and arithmetic.
What are some of the differences between school in colonial times and now?
- Most schools had only one room.
- Students of different ages worked together.
- Schools taught students how to be polite.
- Most students left school to work once they became teenagers.
What is one oldest college in the United States?
Harvard, established near Boston in 1636
What was the next college to open after Harvard?
The College of William and Mary which opened in 1693 in Williamburg, Virginia
What group led the Great Awakening?
The Protestants
What are two things that the Great Awakening do?
Revived interest in religion again and inspired people to help others
Who was one of the leaders of the Great Awakening?
George Whitefield
What was the first newspaper in the 13 Colonies?
The Boston News-Letter - started in April 1704
Why was reading important in the colonies?
It was a form of entertainment
What was one of the most popular books in the 13 Colonies?
Benjamin Franklin’s Poor Richard’s Almanack
What book sold the most copies during these colonial times?
The Bible
What was another important activity for colonist?
Writing letters because it helped them stay in touch
What are some of the foods colonists enjoyed?
Breads, puddings and pancakes made from corn; stews made of fish or meat with vegetables and seasoned with salt and pepper; desserts such as ice cream, donuts and fruit pies
