2. The Claiborne affair and its settlement.

3. The effect of the Civil War in England upon the colonies:

a. Colonies in general:

1. Increase or decrease in population according to the sentiments of the colonists regarding the questions in England.

2. Strife in colonies. Councils called on to decide for or against king or Parliament.

3. Effect on commerce.

b. Upon Maryland in particular:

1. Increase in Catholic population.

2. Caused strife and dissension.

3. Return of Leonard Calvert to England for advice; Giles Brent left governor pro tem.