Write a thesis-driven essay responding to ONE of the following questions. Include at least three
pieces of primary-source evidence from the course materials in your response.
(Length: 2-3 pages double-spaced)
1. European newcomers only gained footholds in North America in the 1600s when Native
Americans chose to form alliances with them. Do you agree? Explain your answer using
at least three examples of Native-colonist relations discussed in this course.
2. Violent conflicts between Indians and colonists in early North America occurred when
diplomatic alliances broke down. Do you agree? Explain your answer using examples of
Native American relations with Spanish, French, and British colonists covered so far in
this course.
3. What was Atlantic slavery? How did it become such an integral part of the Atlantic
world? Explain your answer with reference to topics covered so far in this course.
4. The Spanish colonized North America for religious reasons, the French for trade, and the
British to establish permanent colonies of settlement. Do you agree? Explain your answer
with reference to specific topics covered so far in this course.
