Virginia Colonies - 9 Weeks Test Studying

Question 1

What is the first permanent English settlement in North America?

Answer 1

Jamestown

Question 2

Why were joint-stock companies a good way to finance colonies in the new world?

Answer 2

It allowed large sums of money to be invested with little risk to the investors.

Question 3

Who financed Jamestown?

Answer 3

The stockholders of the Virginia Company of London

Question 4

Why did people leave Europe to colonize the Americas? (3 things)

Answer 4

1. Economic opportunities to make money and improve their way of life
2. Religious persecution in Europe - people could freely practice their religion in the New World.
3. Overpopulation led to poor conditions in Europe, including crime, poverty, and starvation.

Question 5

What is a charter?

Answer 5

A document granted by the king or queen that gave permission to start a colony in the New World.

Question 6

When was Jamestown Established?

Answer 6

1607

Question 7

When John Smith took control of Jamestown, what did he say? What did he want for the colonies?

Answer 7

“Work not, eat not”

John Smith wanted the colonies to be organized and safe.

Question 8

How did Pocahontas keep the peace between her tribe and English settlers? (3 things)

Answer 8

1. Married John Rolfe
2. Befriended the settlers
3. Brought Jamestown settlers food