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Introduction of Indentured Servitude Word Scramble

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Explore the world of the 1600s with our word scramble game, connecting you to the introduction of indentured servitude.

  • Learn about the harsh conditions indentured servants faced
  • Discover the reasons people became indentured servants
  • Uncover the impact of indentured servitude on colonial America

Game Details: a word scramble game where you unscramble key vocabulary terms. There is no time limit, but you have a limited number of moves. Use spells to get extra moves!

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Indentured Servitude
A labor system in which individuals agreed to work for a certain number of years in exchange for passage to the New World and other benefits.
Contract
A legally binding agreement between the indentured servant and their master, outlining the terms and conditions of their service.
Indenture
A written contract between an indentured servant and their master, often detailing the length of service, obligations, and benefits.
New World
Refers to the Americas, particularly North America, which was colonized by Europeans in the 17th century.
Colonization
The process of establishing settlements and exerting control over a territory or region by a foreign power.
Labor System
A structured arrangement for organizing and controlling labor, such as indentured servitude, slavery, or wage labor.
Master
The individual who entered into a contract with an indentured servant, having control and authority over their labor and well-being.
Servant
An individual who agreed to work for a specific period, usually in exchange for passage to the New World or other benefits, under the terms of an indenture contract.
Plantation
A large agricultural estate, often specializing in the production of cash crops, where indentured servants or slaves were commonly employed.
Opportunity
Indentured servitude offered individuals a chance to escape poverty or seek a better life by obtaining passage to the New World and future prospects.

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