Life in Colonial Williamsburg

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

• Blacksmith

• Cooper

• Cobbler

• Electrician

What can visitors see in Colonial Williamsburg today?

• Modern skyscrapers

• People dressed in colonial clothes

• New technology

• Amusement parks

Which of the following scientific advancements was NOT present in Colonial Williamsburg?

• Electricity

• Steam engines

• Printing press

• Horse-drawn carriages

What was a common method of preserving food in Colonial Williamsburg?

• Refrigeration

• Canning

• Salting

• Freezing

Which of the following materials was commonly used for building houses in Colonial Williamsburg?

• Concrete

• Wood

• Steel

• Plastic

What type of energy source was primarily used for cooking in Colonial Williamsburg?

• Solar power

• Electricity

• Wood

• Natural gas

Which of the following was a common scientific practice in Colonial Williamsburg for treating illnesses?

• Vaccination

• Bloodletting

• Antibiotics

• Chemotherapy

What was the primary source of light in Colonial Williamsburg homes?

• Electric bulbs

• Gas lamps

• Candles

• LED lights

Which of the following was NOT a method of transportation in Colonial Williamsburg?

• Horseback

• Bicycles

• Walking

• Carriages

What was a common method of waste disposal in Colonial Williamsburg?

• Sewage systems

• Composting

• Burning

• Recycling