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The vast distance between England and its North American colonies necessitated the creation and enforcement of laws by colonists.

The lack of valuable natural resources available in North America led England to limit its involvement in the daily affairs of the colonies.

The abundance of waterways in North America hindered movement between the individual colonies, prompting England to allow most to largely govern themselves.

The proximity of English colonies to Spanish colonies in North America facilitated cultural diffusion, leading colonists to demand rights similar to those of Spanish citizens.

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the use of American Indians as slave labor.

wars with the Spanish over control of the plantations.

the use of African Americans as slave labor.

wars with American Indians over control of the plantations.

The role of the federal government

The extension of suffrage to women

The practice of indentured servitude

The introduction of a uniform currency

mandated Catholic instruction for Protestants.

established religious harmony committees.

restricted Catholic immigration.

passed acts of religious tolerance.