Jamestown History and Characters

Mr. Wolfe continues reading 'Blood on the River: Jamestown 1607'. Samuel Collier, an 11-year-old orphan, is taken from jail to an orphanage by Reverend Hunt. Samuel reflects on his past and learns about right and wrong. He and Richard are chosen to accompany Reverend Hunt to the New World. They prepare for the journey, meet Captain John Smith, and board the Susan Constant. The adventure to the New World begins.

Who is the author of 'Blood on the River: Jamestown 1607'?

• Christopher Newport

• John Smith

• George Percy

• Elisa Carbone

What was Samuel Collier's age when he was taken to the orphanage?

• 12

• 11

• 13

• 10

What lesson does Reverend Hunt emphasize to Samuel?

• Bravery

• Wealth

• Patience

• Love over anger

Why did Samuel get into fights at the orphanage?

• To settle arguments

• To prove his strength

• To defend himself

• To impress others

Who is Samuel assigned to serve on the journey to the New World?

• Reverend Hunt

• Captain John Smith

• Captain Newport

• Sir Edward Wingfield

What is the largest ship mentioned in the journey?

• Godspeed

• Discovery

• Susan Constant

• Mayflower

What is one of the main goals of the Virginia Company?

• To establish a new religion

• To find a new passage to the Orient

• To create a new government

• To build a new city

What does Samuel notice about the harbor scene?

• It is deserted

• It is bustling with activity

• It is quiet and calm

• It is under construction

What role is Samuel expected to fulfill for Captain John Smith?

• Guard

• Cook

• Navigator

• Page

What is Captain Smith's concern about the gentlemen on the voyage?

• They are too young

• They are too skilled

• They are too few

• They won't work