Founding of Jamestown Flashcards
What was England’s first successful English settlement called?
Jamestown
Who made the Virginia Company of London and what was it for?
A group of English merchants made it to make money off of the colonies.
What was the status of most of the people living there?
They more mostly rich adventurers and explorers.
What was the reason for establishing the colony? What was the important thing they were neglecting?
They were mostly looking for silver and gold instead of building houses or farming.
What were the three G’s and why were they important?
Three G’s: God, Glory, and Gold
God: spread Christianity
Glory: become successful and famous
Gold: Rich, wealthy, Powerful
What did the British bring to the colonies that killed 90% of Native Americans?
Disease and Warfare
What was the Powhattan Tribe and who was their leader? Were they good friends with the Americans?
30 tribes combined, Chief Powhattan, Yes
Who was Captain John White and why was he important? What did he say which made Jamestown successful?
Leader of the colony, the reason for the success of Jamestown, “He that will not work shall not eat.”
Who was Pocahontas and who did she marry?
Daughter of Cheif Powhattan, Marries John Rolfe
What was John Rolfe known for?
the first person known to grow tobacco and got rich by selling it in England
What is a joint-stock company?
company with multiple investors
What is a Charter?
a document giving certain rights to a group of people
What was the Virginia House of Burgesses?
first legislative assembly to elect representatives among the American colonies
What were King James’s objectives in the time of the American colonies?
Prevent Spanish development, get new land, find faster passage to Asia
What is a cash crop?
a crop that you grow and sell
