The New England Colonies

Why did the Jamestown settlers come to America?

• In search of wealth

• In search of religious freedom

• To escape persecution

• To establish their own churches

• In search of wealth and religious freedom

What was the main reason for the next wave of English colonists to come to America?

• In search of wealth

• In search of religious freedom

• To escape persecution

• To establish their own churches

What was the name given to the Protestants who wanted to reform the Anglican Church?

• Catholics

• Separatists

• Puritans

• Narragansett

Where did the Separatists find freedom to practice their religion?

• England

• Netherlands

• Virginia

• Massachusetts

What document did the Pilgrims sign while still onboard the Mayflower?

• Mayflower Compact

• Fundamental Orders of Connecticut

• Declaration of Independence

• Constitution of the United States

Who helped the Pilgrims learn how to grow crops and survive in America?

• Squanto and Samoset

• Metacomet

• John Winthrop

• Thomas Hooker

Which colony was founded by Roger Williams with a policy of religious toleration?

• Connecticut

• Rhode Island

• New Hampshire

• Massachusetts

What was the name of the war between the New England colonies and the Wampanoag tribe?

• King Philip's War

• American Revolution

• French and Indian War

• Civil War

What was the outcome of King Philip's War?

• Native Americans defeated the colonists

• Colonists defeated the Native Americans

• Both sides agreed to a peace treaty

• The war is still ongoing

What was the main cause of conflicts between settlers and Native Americans in New England?

• Religious differences

• Trade disputes

• Competition for land

• Language barriers