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The Thirteen Colonies - Slides

The Thirteen Colonies - Slides

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

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When you are reviewing the Thirteen Colonies for the APUSH exam, you’ll want to stay focused on categorizing and comparing them rather than the nitty-gritty details. Tom Richey used this strategy in this live review as he went over all the colonies. First, the colonies are categorized into regions including New England, Middle, and South. Then, each region is studied through its economy, religious identity, and political society. Beyond the colonies, Tom also reviews the First Great Awakening and the French & Indian War.