Old Salem Moravians Quiz

What was the name of the Moravian settlement in Salem?

• Roanoke

• Plymouth

• Wachovia

• Jamestown

What were some of the daily activities of the Moravians in Salem?

• Hunting, fishing, and trading

• Farming, crafts, worship, and community activities

• Military training, political activities, and entertainment

• Scientific research, technological innovation, and educational programs

What were the main economic activities of the Moravians in Salem?

• Agricultural activities such as farming, gardening, and livestock raising

• Fishing and whaling

• Textile production and weaving

• Mining and metalworking

What type of education did the Moravians provide in Salem?

• Military training only

• No education provided

• Religious education only

• Comprehensive education including academic, vocational, and religious instruction

How did the Moravians influence the Salem community?

• By introducing a new form of government

• By promoting a strict code of silence

• Through their religious and social practices, emphasis on education and music

• By encouraging the use of technology and innovation

What was the name of the church in the Moravian settlement in Salem?

• Home Moravian Church

• Moravian Settlement Church

• Salem Moravian Church

• First Moravian Church

What were some of the traditional Moravian crafts practiced in Salem?

• Fishing, hunting, and farming

• Glassblowing, blacksmithing, and leatherworking

• Pottery, weaving, and woodworking

• Sculpting, calligraphy, and papermaking

What were the roles of men and women in Moravian society in Salem?

• Men and women had the same roles in Moravian society in Salem

• There were no gender roles in Moravian society in Salem

• Men were responsible for domestic duties and childcare, while women worked in trades and business

• Men and women in Moravian society in Salem had distinct gender roles, with men typically working in trades and business, while women were responsible for domestic duties and childcare.

What were some of the important festivals celebrated by the Moravians in Salem?

• Cinco de Mayo, St. Patrick's Day, and Oktoberfest

• Halloween, New Year's Eve, and Valentine's Day

• Easter, Christmas, and the Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving

• Independence Day, Labor Day, and Memorial Day

How did the Moravians contribute to the development of Salem as a town?

• They were responsible for starting a war in the town

• They established a self-sufficient community with a focus on education, industry, and religious tolerance.

• They introduced a strict dictatorship in the town

• They focused on promoting poverty and illiteracy in the town