Chief Powhatan's Address to Captain John Smith
Authored by I. Wellington
Social Studies
8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
1. What is the main message that Chief Powhatan conveys to Captain John Smith in his address?
He wants to declare war on the settlers.
He is asking for peace and cooperation between the settlers and the Indigenous people
He wants Captain Smith to leave the area.
He is asking for a trade agreement
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Chief Powhatan view the relationship between the Native Americans and the English settlers?
As enemies who must fight for survival.
As a competitive relationship where only one can win.
As potential partners who can live peacefully together.
As enemies who will eventually come to war.
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What reason does Chief Powhatan give for wanting peace with the English settlers?
He believes war will weaken both sides.
He has no power to fight them.
He wishes to maintain his people's way of life.
He wants to convert the settlers to his religion.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What tone does Chief Powhatan use in his address to Captain John Smith?
Angry and hostile
Sarcastic and mocking
Dismissive and indifferent
Pleading and peaceful
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Chief Powhatan say about the potential for conflict between the English and Native Americans?
The Native Americans are prepared to fight.
There is no way to avoid war.
Both sides will suffer if they go to war.
The English are too strong to resist.
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the term "indigenous" mean?
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CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does Chief Powhatan question Captain Smith's actions toward the Native Americans?
C)
D)
He believes Captain Smith has been fair and just.
He feels Captain Smith is too lenient with his people.
He is confused as to why Smith would use force against those who have offered friendship.
He admires Captain Smith's leadership and actions.
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
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