Colonial Governance and Indigenous Relations

During the early years of the Jamestown Colony, how did England's approach to governing colonies differ from that of Spain and France?

• England focused on spreading religion

• England allowed for some self-government

• England had little interest in wealth from trade

• England used royal governors to represent its rulers

What is the meaning of the term encomiendas?

• Encomiendas were a form of currency used in trade.
• Encomiendas were a type of indigenous dance.
• Encomiendas referred to a Spanish military strategy.
• Encomiendas were a labor system used by Spanish colonizers to control and exploit indigenous populations.

What was the main reason that the Iroquois ultimately were able to defend the Huron?

• Lack of resources and poor leadership.
• Internal conflicts within the Iroquois.
• Dependence on European allies for support.
• The Huron were weakened by disease and hunger.

What is the meaning of the word missionary?

• someone who sells furs

• the leader of a colony

• a person who teaches his religious beliefs to others

• an explorer from Europe looking for a shorter route to Asia.

Champlain was known for?

• First governor of New France.

• Writing historical novels about the Americas
• Leading military campaigns in Europe
• Establishing trade routes in Asia

La Salle was known for?

• first governor of New France.

• Exploring the Mississippi River

• Founding New England.

• French Explorer who named Louisiana.

Bienville was known for?

• Establishing a trade route to Asia
• Building the Eiffel Tower
• Founding New Orleans and serving as governor of French Louisiana.
• Leading the American Revolution

Marquette was known for?

• explored the Mississippi River with Louis Jolliet

• Marquette River
• Exploring the Saint Lawrence River