Chapter 6, lesson 3

Everyday Life in the Colonies

Pg. 217 Review Question

How were colonial schools different from schools today? How were they the same?

Different: One room with students of different ages.

Similar: Students learned how to read, write, and use arithmetic.

Pg. 218 Review Question

What was one effect of the Great Awakening?

It revived many colonists’ interest in religion; churches were built; colleges were established; and people were inspired to help one another.

Pg. 219 Review Question

Summarize the role of reading in the colonies.

Reading played an important role in the colonies as a means of information, entertainment, and communication.

Pg. 220 Review Question

Do you think you would have liked the food in colonial times? Why or why not?