Colonisation Flashcards
1
Q
When did Humphrey Gilbert sail to newfoundland?
A
1583
2
Q
Who wins the American war of independance
A
America
3
Q
What does this source tell you: The colonies had to purchase all their manufactured goods from Britain. This gave Britain a guaranteed market for its manufacturers.’
A
It gave them numerous trading opportunities
4
Q
Why did the British build an empire?
A
Because it gave them trading opportunities and stopped other countries getting the land first
5
Q
Why did the british dominate the natives?
A
Because they had better technology
6
Q
Why was John White sent back to england in 1587?
A
To get more supplies
7
Q
What delayed John White’s return to America?
A
The spanish war
8
Q
Why did the first colonists attempts fail
A
Because the killed the natives leader and burned the villages.
