The document discusses the exploration and colonization of the New World by Spain and England in the 1500s-1600s. It summarizes that Spain's colonization in the 1500s was driven by desires for gold, glory, and spreading Christianity, leading Columbus to discover the Americas in 1492. England's colonization began in the 1600s after defeating Spain's Armada in 1588, with the first permanent English colony being Jamestown, Virginia in 1607. The colonies that developed had different economies, societies, and levels of religious freedom depending on their location.
56. A diversified economy developed in New England. Rocky soil and cold temperatures limited farming .
57. Good harbors led to shipbuilding , fishing , and iron production (major industries) Industries growth of cities problems (sanitation, overcrowding, etc)
58. Merchants and business owners were the most powerful members of society.
59. The absence of large-scale agriculture meant fewer slaves were brought to the North Free blacks were common, but enjoyed fewer rights than whites