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England's defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588 opened up the seaways.

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Indentured servants received free passage to America from England in exchange for what?

Some immigrants from England paid for their passage to America by becoming indentured servants. Instead of paying for their passage in cash, they paid for it with labor. When their debt was paid, they were free to leave the service of their employer.


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Why did France decide to colonize Florida?

France decided to colonize Florida primarily to expand its territorial claims in the New World and to compete with Spain and England for dominance in North America. French explorers, motivated by the search for a northwest passage and the establishment of trade routes, aimed to secure resources and establish settlements. Additionally, Florida's strategic location offered potential advantages for trade and military operations. The colonization efforts, however, faced numerous challenges and ultimately did not lead to a lasting French presence in the region.


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How did people from England make it to the colonies if they had no money?

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How do you use the word passage in a sentence?

They began the rite of passage. The rock valley ended at a narrow passage. He booked passage on a ship going to England.