Exploration and Colonization Quiz

What were 3 reasons for exploration by the British?

• Fur trade, religious freedom, and economic gains

• Gold, glory, and God

• Adventure, new technology, and alliances

• Trade routes, new lands, and cultural exchange

What economic system did Britain practice when colonizing North America?

• Capitalism

• Socialism

• Mercantilism

• Feudalism

What happened in 1607?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The founding of Jamestown

• The start of the American Revolution

• The end of the Civil War

Which colony did Quakers primarily live in?

• Virginia

• Massachusetts

• Pennsylvania

• Georgia

Which region of colonies was best for agriculture?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

• Western Colonies

Which region did Puritans primarily settle?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

• Western Colonies

What made each region of the colonies different economically?

• Climate and geography

• Population size

• Political systems

• Religious beliefs

How did the location of the 13 colonies help them to develop rapidly?

• They were located on the Atlantic Coast

• They had large gold reserves

• They were isolated from other countries

• They had advanced technology

What colonies did Catholics and Quakers live in?

• Maryland and Pennsylvania

• Virginia and Georgia

• New York and New Jersey

• Massachusetts and Rhode Island

Which country claimed land because of their interest in the fur trade?

• Spain

• France

• England

• Portugal