key words Flashcards
colony
territory, usually overseas, occupied by colonists from a ‘mother country that continues to have power over the colonists.
puritan
extreme protestants who were committed to purifying the church of england by eliminating all elements of catholicism from religious practices.
indigenous people
the inhabitants of a country who have occupied certain areas prior to invasion or arrival of colonists
autonomy
self - government
absolutist government
unrestricted and complete government power, usually in the hands of one person
divine right of kings
the view that kings rule by the authority of god rather than the consent of the people. they were chosen by god
indentured servitude
a form of labour where an individual is contracted to work without a salary for a specific length of time
charters
formal documents granting or confirming titles, rights or privileges
