CKLA 5.1

Who were the first people to live in North America?

• Europeans

• Native Americans

Which European explorer is credited with discovering the New World?

• Christopher Columbus

• Marco Polo

What was Christopher Columbus looking for during his exploration?

• Spices, gold, and other treasures

• A new route to Asia

What was the name of the settlement founded by the European explorers?

• Plymouth

• Jamestown

How many British Colonies were formed in North America?

• 10

• 13

What did the King want the colonies to pay to help with expenses?

• Taxes

• Donations

Were the people in the colonies happy about paying taxes?

• Yes

• No

What event did the Sons of Liberty plan?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The First Continental Congress

How many chests of tea were dumped into the harbor during the Boston Tea Party?

• Over 200

• Over 300

Do your parents pay taxes today?

• Yes

• No