Your first midterm essay is due by the end of the day on Friday, September 22. Select one of the questions below and write a paper that is three to four pages typed, double-spaced pages with standard font and margins. If you do consult any outside sources, they MUST be cited in your paper and a Works Cited page must be included. Topic: Colonial Maturation. From the late 1400s through the mid-1700s, North America underwent some significant transformations via the process of European colonization. During the formative years, many colonial ventures were characterized by relative instability; however, by the mid-1700s, things seemed to be stabilizing so much so, that the British colonies were growing inclined to declare their independence. What were some of the key events and transformations that allowed for this colonial maturation? In framing your response, you should take into account political, economic, and socio-cultural factors.