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John Smith
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John Smith was a captain admiral to New England, along with being a soldier, author,and explorer. He was significant because he led many important explorations such as the discovery of the first permanent English settlement, Jamestown.
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Why is Jamestown significant?
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It is the location of the first English settlement.
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What is Joint Stock Company?
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A type of corporation or partnership that involves two or more people.
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What is an Indentured Servant?
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Someone who has a contract with another person to whom they own debt to.
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Who are the Puritans?
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Puritans was created in the 1600's, it was consisted of English Protestants and they believed that wanted to regulate a worship style.
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Who is John Winthrop and what is his significance?
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He was a well known scientist and mathematician. He contributed to the excellence of Harvard and many of his ideas are being used today.
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