WorksheetsColonization of North America
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
What was one reason that the Mid-Atlantic Colonies were founded?
to help spread religion to American Indians
to help poor settlers from Europe start a new life
because the region’s geography made them good for trade
because the region’s land was not claimed by American Indians
What was a major reason that the New England Colonies were founded?
The area had rich soil for farming.
Colonists wanted religious freedom.
Colonists wanted to spread democracy.
The area had a sunny and warm climate.
Use the information to answer the question.
Roger moved to North America in order
to start a new life. In Europe, he was not allowed to follow the religion he
wanted. He also had trouble feeding his family because food cost too much.
Roger wanted to live somewhere he could find work as a shipbuilder. He was
good and hunting and also wanted to trap animals and sell furs.
In which colonial region did Roger MOST LIKELY settle?
the Southern Colonies, because there were many shipbuilders due the area's natural harbors
the Southern
Colonies, because many people in these colonies relied on fur trapping and trade
the New England Colonies, because many of these colonies were founded to provide religious freedom
the New England Colonies, because these colonies had rich soil and a climate that was good for farming
What were the Pilgrims and the Puritans who settled in the New England Colonies searching for?
somewhere they could practice their religion freely
somewhere they could grow crops to sell in England
somewhere they could meet and learn from American Indians
somewhere they could mine for metals such as silver and gold
Which colonies were MOST tolerant of people practicing different religions?
the New England Colonies
the Mid-Atlantic Colonies
the Southern Colonies
the Spanish Colonies
Use the information to answer the question.
Southern Colonies
Religion is practiced but strict religious laws did not exist.
?
Religion is center of school and politics
What of the following BEST completes the table?
Mid-Atlantic Colonies
New England Colonies
Southwestern Colonies
Northwestern Colonies
How did MOST settlers hope to make money in the Southern Colonies?
by fishing
by mining
by logging
by farming
Use the information to answer the question.
At dinner tonight, the family will eat grilled whale that was cooked by my father. He has been away for days trying to harpoon this big fish, Now, he has brought us some to eat. Yummy!
-Johnny Smith, 9 year old colonist
In which colonial region does Johnny MOST LIKELY live?
Southern Colonies
Mid-Atlantic Colonies
New England Colonies
Northwestern Colonies
Which region was home to settlers from the greatest number of different countries and religions during the Colonial Period?
the Arctic Colonies
the Southern Colonies
the Mid-Atlantic Colonies
the New England Colonies
Use the information to answer the question.
I live in colonial Virginia. In the winter and spring, I'm busy spinning and sewing. In the late summer and fall, I prepare fruits, vegetables, and meat for the winter. During the growing season, I tend a garden of herbs. Each day, I cook and take care of the children and farm animals.
Who does this text MOST LIKELY describe in the colonies?
a farmer
a woman
an artisan
a large landowner
Which answer choice BEST describes the type of education most children experienced in Colonial America?
They went to all grades and on to college.
They focused on school with little to do at home.
They worked on farms and never attended school.
They worked on farms and sometimes went to school.
Use the image to answer the question.
Which colonial region is MOST LIKELY shown here?
Western
Southern
Mid-Atlantic
New England
