Jamestown

What were the geographic influences for selecting the Jamestown settlement site?

• The water was deep enough for ships to dock.

• The area was known for its abundant gold resources.

• The location was close to major trade routes.

• The climate was ideal for growing tropical crops.

What important event happened in 1619?

• Virginia Governor called the first meeting of the General Assembly.

• The first African slaves were brought to Virginia.

• The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in Virginia.

• The Virginia Colony was established.

Who financed (paid for) the settlement of Jamestown?

• The VA Company of London

• The Spanish Crown

• The French Government

• The Dutch East India Company

What did Captain John Smith state in his work force program?

• He who does not work, shall not eat.

• Everyone must contribute to the community.

• Work is optional for survival.

• Only the strong shall survive.

Who has the power to grant charters?

• The King

• The Parliament

• The President

• The Prime Minister

What were some hardships faced by the settlers?

• They lacked survival skills and died of starvation and disease.

• They had abundant resources and support from local tribes.

• They were able to cultivate crops easily and thrive.

• They faced no significant challenges during their settlement.

What was the relationship like between the Jamestown settlers and the Powhatan?

• They traded, and the Powhatan helped them survive, but the relationship was unsteady.

• They were hostile and engaged in constant warfare.

• They completely ignored each other and coexisted peacefully.

• The settlers enslaved the Powhatan and took their land.

What important event happened in 1620?

• Additional women arrived in Jamestown.

• The Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock.

• The first Thanksgiving was celebrated.

• The Jamestown colony was founded.

What did Chief Powhatan teach the English colonist?

• How to hunt and gather berries

• How to plant corn and harvest tobacco

• How to build houses and make tools

• How to trade with Native Americans

What was the importance of the Virginia Charters?

• Established a settlement in North America and extended rights to settlers.

• Created a military alliance with Native Americans.

• Provided funding for the Revolutionary War.

• Established a monarchy in the colonies.