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Questions and Answers
What were joint stock companies?
What were joint stock companies?
- Companies that only produce food
- Companies owned by a single individual
- Companies owned by shareholders (correct)
- Companies that cannot make profits
What was significant about Jamestown?
What was significant about Jamestown?
It was the first English colony in America.
Who helped lead Jamestown during its early years?
Who helped lead Jamestown during its early years?
Captain John Smith
Who was Pocahontas?
Who was Pocahontas?
A royal colony is governed by a company.
A royal colony is governed by a company.
What were Separatists?
What were Separatists?
What are Pilgrims known for?
What are Pilgrims known for?
What is the Mayflower Compact?
What is the Mayflower Compact?
What was the Great Migration?
What was the Great Migration?
What was the Virginia House of Burgesses?
What was the Virginia House of Burgesses?
Study Notes
Key Terms and Concepts
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Joint Stock Company
- Owned by shareholders who invest by purchasing shares.
- Facilitated large financial endeavors and risk-sharing in ventures.
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Jamestown
- Established in 1607 as the first English colony in America.
- Chartered by King James I through the Virginia Company, allowing self-governance.
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Captain John Smith
- Key leader of Jamestown during its early years (first five years).
- Addressed struggles with disease and tensions with Native Americans.
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Pocahontas
- Married to John Rolfe, played a significant role in colonist-Native American relations.
- Contributed to the development of a profitable tobacco variety that boosted Jamestown's economy.
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Royal Colony
- Following Jamestown's decline, King James I revoked the Virginia Company's charter.
- Jamestown became the first royal colony, directly governed by the king.
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Separatists
- Individuals seeking to break away from the Church of England's influence and royal authority.
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Pilgrims
- A group of separatists known for their travels to America for religious freedom.
- Led by Dutch influences to establish a new colony.
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Mayflower Compact
- The governing document created by Pilgrims upon landing on American shores.
- Established a new colony instead of proceeding to Jamestown, highlighting self-governance.
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Great Migration
- A significant movement of settlers, nearly 15,000, to Massachusetts Bay due to civil unrest in England.
- Led by John Winthrop, resulting in the foundation of Boston and other communities.
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Virginia House of Burgesses
- The first representative assembly in America, created in 1619.
- Established a legislative framework for the Virginia colony, reflecting early democratic governance.
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Test your knowledge on the foundational aspects of Jamestown and its significance in American history. This quiz covers key figures like Captain John Smith and Pocahontas, as well as the economic and governance structures of the early colonies. Perfect for anyone studying early American history!
