The American Colonies and their Establishment

Which colony was known for its large plantations and reliance on enslaved labor?

• North Carolina
• South Carolina
• Georgia
• Maryland

Which colony was known as a safe haven for debtors and was established by James Oglethorpe?

• Connecticut
• Virginia
• Rhode Island
• Georgia

What was the primary economic activity in the New England colonies? (Select three)

• Agriculture
• Shipbuilding
• Farming
• Trade
• Fishing

Which colony was founded by Roger Williams on the principles of religious tolerance and separation of church and state?

(a)  

What was the name of the agreement signed by the Pilgrims before they landed in Plymouth, establishing a form of self government?

• The Declaration of Independence
• Plymouth Agreement
• Mayflower Compact
• Articles of Confederation

Which colony was founded as a refuge for Catholics escaping persecution in England?

• Maryland
• Rhode Island
• Connecticut
• New York

Which colony was founded by the Pilgrims seeking religious freedom?

• The Virginia Colony
• The Rhode Island Colony
• The Plymouth Colony
• The Massachusetts Colony