13 Colonies

Which of the following best describes the goal of mercantilism?

• To increase wealth by accumulating precious metals.

• To promote free trade among nations.

• To focus on agricultural development.

• To reduce the importance of economic power.

What is the definition of a charter?

• A government permit or license

• A type of currency

• A historical artifact

• A legal punishment

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a charter?

• To establish rules for a game

• To grant permission or rights by a government

• To record historical events

• To serve as a decorative piece

Which of the following best represents the concept of tolerance?

• Accepting and respecting differences among people

• Forcing others to follow your beliefs

• Ignoring diversity in society

• Promoting conflict between different groups

What does the term "Patroon" refer to?

• Wealthy landowners

• Farmers

• Merchants

• Soldiers

What is a proprietary colony?

• A colony owned and controlled by the government.

• A colony in which an owner or proprietor owned all the land and controlled the government.

• A colony ruled by elected officials.

• A colony governed by a monarchy.

What is the definition of an indentured servant?

• A person who pledges their labor for a set amount of time in exchange for payment.

• A person who works for free without any compensation.

• A person who owns land and hires workers.

• A person who travels to Virginia for leisure.

What was offered to settlers who agreed to become indentured servants in Virginia?

• Free land, clothing, livestock, and tools after 7 years of labor.

• Immediate ownership of land upon arrival.

• A lifetime of free housing and food.

• A permanent position as a planter.

What is indigo primarily used for?

• Making a valuable blue dye

• Producing a red pigment

• Creating herbal medicine

• Manufacturing paper

Which color dye is derived from the indigo plant?

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

• Red