Colonial Virginia Quiz

Complete the diagram to identify why unpaid workers were the main source of labor in Virginia.

• Shaky and inexpensive labor

• Steady and expensive labor

• Shaky and expensive labor

• Steady and inexpensive labor

Identify the importance of agriculture for the Virginia colony.

• It was the Virginia colonies primary source of wealth.

• It forced the Virginia colony to not become dependent on a cash crop.

• It had little effect on the Virginia colonies economy.

• It was the Virginia colonies least profitable product.

A crop that is grown to sell for money rather than for use by the growers is known as a - _________ crop

Which three statements best describe the economy of the Virginia colony?

• The colony became dependent on slave labor.

• Virginia became a major world producer of naval ships.

• Tobacco was a cash crop sold to England.

• Agriculture was the primary source of wealth.

Identify the location of the cultural groups listed.

The name 'Richmond' reflects the language of which cultural group?

• German

• English

• African

• American Indian

Identify a form of architecture that can reflect a different culture and custom.

Complete the Cause and Effect chart.

Where did the Germans primarily settle in Virginia?

• Shenandoah Valley

• Appalachian Plateau

• Blue Ridge Mountains

• Tidewater

Before the arrival of the settlers, American Indians lived throughout Virginia. After the settlers arrived, most American Indians moved -

• inland

• to the coastline

• to another state

• close to the settlers