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Why did England want to start a new colony in North America?

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Raw Materials

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When was Jamestown founded?

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1607

Front

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the English desire to establish an American colony?

• It wanted to gain favor with the Pope.
• It wanted a new place to market English goods.
• It wanted the settlement to furnish raw materials not grown in England.
• It wanted to find gold and silver.

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It wanted to gain favor with the Pope.

Front

What is an economic venture?

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You want to make money

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Which number on the map shows what region Jamestown is located in?

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5

Front

What type of transportation did settlers use in Jamestown?

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Rivers

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Who can grant charters?

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The King of England

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The charter gave the Virginia Company of London the right to...

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establish a settlement in North America

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The King of England granted charters to the following options: Virginia General Assembly, Virginia Company of London, Native Americans, House of Burgesses.

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Virginia Company of London

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What can the legislative body do?

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make laws