I have a US History project that's due...
I have to make a map of North America in 1756 with:
-20 major European settlements
-French, Spanish, English colonizations
-Native American Tribes
-20 major geographical features
And, I'm in really big trouble.
I've never been great in history, so what the assignment is asking is making me very, very confused.
How would I show French, Spain, and English colonizations? Does that mean what parts of the US did those particular immigrant groups lived in?
And, what do they mean by major European settlements?
Could someone PLEASE explain this to me. I'm so confused and I don't know what to do...
Thanks so much...
~Kune
In 1756, North America was made up of English colonies on the East Coast of what is now the U.S., French settlements further north and west, and Spanish settlements to the south and west. However, most of North America at that time was inhabited by Native Americans.
Major European settlements were cities or large towns where Europeans lived -- like Quebec, St. Augustine, Philadelphia, New York, etc.
To create a map of North America in 1756 with these specific details, here are the steps you can take:
1. Research the major European settlements: Look up cities and towns that were established by the French, Spanish, and English during this period. For example, for French settlements, you can include places like Quebec, Montreal, or New Orleans. Spanish settlements can include St. Augustine, Santa Fe, or San Antonio. English settlements can be cities like Boston, New York, or Charleston. Make sure to mark these locations on your map with different symbols or colors to represent each European power.
2. Identify the Native American tribes: Research the main Native American tribes in North America during 1756. There were hundreds of tribes across the continent, so you can focus on the major ones such as the Iroquois Confederacy, the Cherokee, the Sioux, or the Apache. Indicate the territories or regions which they primarily inhabited on your map. You can use different colors or patterns to represent different tribes.
3. Locate the major geographical features: North America has various significant geographical features, such as rivers, mountains, lakes, and coastlines. Research and identify at least 20 of these features, such as the Mississippi River, Appalachian Mountains, Great Lakes, or the Gulf of Mexico. Mark these features on your map using appropriate symbols or labels.
Remember, the purpose of this assignment is to demonstrate your understanding of the European settlements, Native American tribes, and geographical features of North America in 1756. Use a key or legend to provide explanations for the different symbols or colors you use on your map. Additionally, you can include a brief description or notes that provide further context or details about each element on your map.
Hope this helps! Good luck with your project.