Jamestown - VS.3a-c & VS.3f-g

England wanted to set up colonies in America in order to increase its wealth and power. Pick three answers that explain why.

• The English wanted to gain land in America.

• England wanted to find gold and silver in America.

• England wanted a colony that had the raw materials it needed.

• The English wanted to capture the native Americans as slaves.

What was the name of the first permanent English settlement in North America?

• London

• Jamestown

• Roanoke

• Werowocomoco

The settlement of Jamestown was established (started) mainly as __.

• a place to grow cotton

• a place to make new friends

• an economic venture

• an adventure across the sea

What did the settlement at Jamestown, VA provide to England?

• manufactured goods

• raw materials

• industry

• transportation routes

What are the 3 reasons the settlers chose Jamestown as the site for the settlement?

• The land was already cleared of trees to make room for a settlement.

• They would be protected from attacks.

• The water was deep enough for ships to dock.

• The settlers believed they had a good supply of fresh water.

Today, Jamestown is located on ____.

• a bay

• a gulf

• an island

• a peninsula

Who financed the settlement of Jamestown?

• King James

• The stockholders of the Virginia Company of London

• Spanish Investors

• The Virginia Company of London

Who granted charters to the Virginia Company of London?

• Captain John Smith

• Chief Powhatan

• Pocahontas

• King James I

Which two statements are listed on the charter granted by King James I?

• the colonists have the same rights as the citizens of England

• the colonists are forced to give up all their rights

• the colonists have permission to create a colony

• children born in the colonies are not protected by English laws

What was one of the problems that caused the Jamestown settlers to die of starvation?

• Indians raided the settlers' food stores.

• The settlers lacked the skills needed to survive.

• There were no animals to hunt in the area.

• No one knew how to cook.