St. Augustine

What is the oldest city and first colony in the United States?

• Jamestown

• Plymouth

• St. Augustine

• New York

On what date was St. Augustine founded?

• July 4, 1776

• September 8, 1565

• October 12, 1492

• May 14, 1607

Who founded St. Augustine?

• Pedro Menéndez de Avilés

• Christopher Columbus

• Juan Ponce de León

• Hernando de Soto

What is the feast day of St. Augustine?

• August 28

• September 8

• July 4

• October 12

What did Pedro Menéndez de Avilés' ships carry to Florida?

• Settlers, troops, and supplies

• Gold and silver

• Animals and plants

• Weapons and armor

In what year was Pedro Menendez born?

• 1519

• 1549

• 1565

• 1556

How many ships did Menendez and his crew set sail with to Florida?

• 11

• 5

• 20

• 15

What was the name of the first permanent settlement in the United States?

• St. Augustine

• Fort Caroline

• San Mateo

• Jamestown

Why did Menendez attack the French at Fort Caroline?

• To claim Florida for Spain

• To find treasure

• To make peace

• To trade goods

What was the original destination of Menendez's voyage before he changed course?

• Fort Caroline

• St. Augustine

• San Mateo

• Daytona Beach