Colonial Williamsburg Quiz

What was the capital of Virginia in the 1700s?

• Richmond

• Williamsburg

• Jamestown

• Norfolk

What type of clothing did men wear in Colonial Williamsburg?

• T-shirts and jeans

• Long coats and breeches

• Suits and ties

• Shorts and sandals

Which of the following was NOT a common trade in Colonial Williamsburg?

• Blacksmith

• Cooper

• Cobbler

• Electrician

What was a popular game played in Colonial Williamsburg that is similar to bowling?

• Ninepins

• Chess

• Checkers

• Hopscotch

What were taverns used for in Colonial Williamsburg?

• Sleeping

• Social gatherings

• Shopping

• Studying

What were girls in Colonial Williamsburg taught to do?

• Build houses

• Sew and cook

• Drive carriages

• Hunt

What was a central part of colonial life according to the text?

• Shopping

• Religion

• Sports

• Education

What did families do every Sunday in colonial times?

• Go to the market

• Visit the park

• Go to church

• Have a picnic

What can visitors see in Colonial Williamsburg today?

• Modern skyscrapers

• People dressed in colonial clothes

• New technology

• Amusement parks

What does Colonial Williamsburg remind us of?

• The future

• The hard work, fun, and spirit of early America

• Modern life

• Space exploration