Jamestown to Williamsburg

Multiple Select

Predict all the possible reasons why the capital moved from Jamestown to Williamsburg.

• Drinking water in Jamestown was contaminated by seepage of saltwater.

• Unhealthy living conditions in Jamestown caused diseases.

• Williamsburg was an established town.

• Fire destroyed wooden and brick buildings at Jamestown.

Multiple Choice

Why was the relocation of Virginia's capital from Jamestown to Williamsburg significant in the history of Virginia?

• It marked the end of colonial rule in Virginia.

• It helped solve major problems faced by settlers in Jamestown.

• It was the first time a capital was moved in American history.

• It led to the founding of a new colony.

Multiple Choice

Which ocean did the saltwater come from?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

Multiple Select

Which of the following were major reasons for moving the capital from Jamestown to Williamsburg?

• Contaminated drinking water

• Unhealthy living conditions

• Frequent fires

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

What was one advantage of moving the capital to Williamsburg?

• It was an established town

• It was closer to the ocean

• It had fewer trees

• It was farther from England

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the relocation of Virginia's capital from Jamestown to Williamsburg?

• Drinking water in Jamestown was contaminated by saltwater

• Unhealthy living conditions in Jamestown caused disease

• Fire destroyed wooden and brick buildings at Jamestown

• Jamestown was an established town