Jamestown

In the summer of 1607, this country sent about 110 men to the "new world" to establish a permanent colony. The colony was named Jamestown.

• France

• England

• Spain

• Portugal

English people who were sent to the colony of Jamestown were called...

• Clowns

• Couriers

• Conquistadors

• Colonists

When the Colonists landed in Jamestown, what Native American tribe was living in the area?

• Cahokians

• Hohokam

• Anasazi

• Powhatan

Which of the following was not a hardship the settlers faced?

• Not enough safe drinking water

• Not enough survival skills

• The indians were nice to them.

• A harsh winter with little food

Who said, "If you don't work, then you don't eat!"?

• Chief Powhatan
• Christopher Newport
• Lord De La Warr
• Captain John Smith

What was the name of the indian girl who told the indians they should get along with settlers and help them survive?

• Belle
• Ariel
• Pocahontas
• Rapunzel

What was the first cash crop in America?

• corn
• flax
• tobacco
• beans

What were some of the reasons England wanted to start colonies in North America?

• to gain wealth
• to stop slavery
• to gain indentured servants
• to gain independence

How did John Smith contribute to the survival of the Jamestown Settlement?

• He worked alongside settlers.
• He raised enough money to send to the Virginia Company.
• He made sure all colonists worked for their food, shelter and safety.
• He made sure the colony's governors followed the law.

Why did the settlers select the name "Jamestown"?

• To honor King James
• To honor a baby born on the ship
• To honor Saint James
• To honor the ship's captain

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