New England Area
Definition
The New England area refers to the northeastern region of the United States, comprising six states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. This region played a significant role in early American history as it was one of the first areas colonized by English settlers.
Analogy
Think of the New England area like a group project team in your class. Each state (team member) has its unique strengths and characteristics but they all work together under one common identity - just like how each state in New England has its own culture and history but collectively form an important part of US history.
Related terms
Puritans: A religious group that wanted to purify the Church of England from within. They were among the first settlers in the New England area.
Mayflower Compact: An agreement reached by Pilgrims aboard the ship Mayflower in 1620 to govern their new colony at Plymouth, located in present-day Massachusetts.
Thirteen Colonies: The British colonies established along America's eastern coast during 17th-18th centuries which later became the first states of USA. The New England colonies were part of these thirteen colonies.
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