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Economic, Geographic, and Social Factors Driving Slavery in Southern Colonies (1607-1775)

This thesis explores how economic, geographic, and social factors contributed to the expansion of slavery as a fundamental aspect of the economy in the southern colonies from 1607 to 1775. It examines the intersections of mercantilism, navigation acts, and colonial trade, illustrating the complex relationship between Britain and its colonies. Additionally, the impact of the French and Indian War helps to contextualize the shift towards revolution. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for grasping the lead-up to the American Revolution and the colonies' growing desire for autonomy.

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Economic, Geographic, and Social Factors Driving Slavery in Southern Colonies (1607-1775)

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  1. To Begin… Thesis Practice Please have your reading journal and document on your desk for spot-checking. Develop a thesis statement for the following question. Make sure to include position, categories, and “so what” How did economic, geographic, and social factors encourage the growth of slavery as an important part of the economy of the southern colonies between 1607 and 1775?

  2. Road to the American Revolution When did the tension between England and the colonists turn from minor squabble to revolutionary? 9/2

  3. Mercantilism • Definition • Wealth is power • Must export more than import • Colonies exist to benefit mother country • Positives for the colonies • Negatives for the colonies

  4. Navigation Acts (1650, 1660, 1663, 1673) • Impact on colonial economy • Trade • Transportation of goods • Middlemen • Dominion of New England (1686) • Bolster defense • Sir Edmund Andros • Stepped on local government

  5. French and Indian War Fallout • Changes in colonial mindset • Britain wants colonies to take responsibility for their own defense

  6. Road to Revolution Lectures • Drawing from the information you gathered from the text and the outside sources you consulted, in your groups develop a mini-lesson (up to 5 minutes) to teach the class about your assigned topic from the HW. • You may use the white board and other classroom resources to illustrate/assign notes/create a chart, have the class move around and be involved, etc. -- this is your lesson to teach. • Keep in mind your ultimate responsibility – providing your peers with important information about the event and helping them understand its significance. • British action, colonist reaction, and the significance of the event • Everyone must participate in the lecture.

  7. Complete this chart on your own paper for each event your classmates present

  8. HW Discussion • Questions? • Reactions? • Connections between the text and the PDs?

  9. …To End: Should they rebel? • You may do this in pairs or individually • Write a dialogue between two colonists, one who supports revolution and one who opposes it. • Be sure to address what both sides consider the social, political, and economic benefits of their position for the colonies. • Also be sure to make reference to specific historical events as support.

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