Exploration & Colonization

Front

What year was Jamestown established?

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1607

Front

Which of the following was NOT a reason for exploration? religion, trial by jury, wealth, trade routes

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trial by jury

Front

Jamestown's economy finally improved when the colonists began growing

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tobacco

Front

What was the purpose of the Mayflower Compact?

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to establish laws for the general good

Front

A legal document giving certain rights to a person or company. Used by the English king

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charter

Front

Where did the Pilgrims land in 1620?

Back

Plymouth Rock

Front

What connected the colonies, Africa and the West Indies and was a part of the slave trade?

Back

Triangular Trade Route

Front

If you were a Catholic which colony would you probably choose to settle in? Options: Massachusetts, New York, Virginia, Maryland

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Maryland

Front

Which area had the largest agricultural centers (plantations) in the 13 colonies?

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Southern Colonies

Front

In which 13 colonies were the towns of Boston, Salem and Plymouth located?

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Massachusetts