American History Lesson 1 Exam Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Why was the Virginia Company founded?

Not-Spanish money funded the colonial settlement in England.

What happened to indentured servants after they were freed?

They were given their own small plot of land to farm.

How did William Penn come in possession of land in the New World?

Not-He bought it from the Virginia Company.

How did the headright system benefit planters?

Not-They were able to get more land from their territories. Signup and view all the answers

What was a factor in the Pilgrims' success in their new colony?

An agreement with local Native Americans. Signup and view all the answers

What was the House of Burgesses?

Not-A representative assembly that managed the Virginia Company. Signup and view all the answers

Georgia was intended to be the second chance for what group of people?

Debtors to the English government. Signup and view all the answers

Which country had the most powerful navy in the sixteenth century?

Spain. Signup and view all the answers

What group was given power in Iroquois society that was not usually given power in other civilizations?

Women. Signup and view all the answers

Which document created the government the Puritans would follow?

The Mayflower Compact. Signup and view all the answers

Which location on the map served as an important port city along the Atlantic Coast?

Charleston. Signup and view all the answers

How are most Native American tribes grouped in the national tribes?

By the language they spoke. Signup and view all the answers

Which colony legalized slavery in 1661?

Virginia. Signup and view all the answers

What was a result of Bacon's Rebellion?

Plantation owners started to prefer slave labor over indentured servants. Signup and view all the answers

What civilization relied heavily on hunting and fishing to gather food?

Algonquian. Signup and view all the answers

What two colonies were established to follow strict Puritan beliefs only?

Not-Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Signup and view all the answers

Why was South Carolina established as a colony?

It was a link between England, the West Indies, and the colonies. Signup and view all the answers

Why did slaves learn to read if it was outlawed by slave codes?

Christian owners wanted their slaves to read the Bible. Signup and view all the answers

How often were slaves freed in colonial America?

Rarely. Signup and view all the answers

What was the point of slave codes?

Masters wanted laws that would reinforce their power over slaves. Signup and view all the answers

In what ways did native tribes make advancements before Europeans arrived?

Farming and Medicine. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the Virginia Company once Jamestown was settled?

It went bankrupt. Signup and view all the answers

What's a kiva?

A deep pit used for religious purposes. Signup and view all the answers

Before the slave trade, what was African culture like?

Agricultural and advanced. Signup and view all the answers

Where were the Pilgrims originally bound?

Virginia. Signup and view all the answers

Which colony was established specifically as a safe haven for Catholics?

Maryland. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Rhode Island founded?

As a haven for those who disagreed with Puritan beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Philadelphia important in colonial America?

It became a trading center due to its location and size. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Salem Witch Trials end?

The governor's wife was accused of being a witch and he ordered them to stop. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the settlement on Roanoke Island?

When Sir Walter Raleigh left, they disappeared. Signup and view all the answers

Which civilization formed a confederation that many have impacted the US government?

Iroquois. Signup and view all the answers

Why did North Carolina and South Carolina split into two colonies?

They had very different economies. Signup and view all the answers

While slavery was a part of African culture, how were the slaves treated in Africa?

They were treated like family. Signup and view all the answers

Who purchased Manhattan Island from local Native Americans by trading trinkets?

Peter Minuit. Signup and view all the answers

Where did slaves have harder lives?

Large plantations. Signup and view all the answers

Why did colonists come to Jamestown originally?

To search for gold. Signup and view all the answers

Why did William Penn accept land in the New World?

He wanted to create a place where he could practice his religion freely. Signup and view all the answers

How did the English come into possession of New York?

They threatened the Dutch governor, who had to surrender. Signup and view all the answers

Wealthy plantation owners made up how much of colonial Southern society?

A small portion of. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Dutch settle in New Netherlands?

They wanted to get rich from the fur trade. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Virginia Company and Colonization

Founded for establishing a colonial settlement in North America, funded by private investors.
Virginia Company went bankrupt after settling Jamestown.

Indentured Servants and Slavery

Indentured servants received small plots of land upon freedom, beginning their own farming.
Virginia legalized slavery in 1661, leading to preference for slave labor post-Bacon's Rebellion.
Slave codes reinforced the power of masters over enslaved individuals, restricting their rights and freedoms.

Native American Relations

Pilgrims succeeded in their colony due to agreements with local Native Americans.
Native American tribes grouped by language, showcasing diverse cultures and practices.
The Iroquois civilization formed a powerful confederation that influenced aspects of U.S. governance.

The Mayflower Compact established a governing framework for the Puritans.
Rhode Island was founded as a haven for dissenters from Puritan beliefs, promoting religious freedom.
Maryland was created as a safe haven for Catholics, demonstrating early religious tolerance.

Colonial Economics and Society

South Carolina served as a trade link between England, the West Indies, and other colonies.
Philadelphia emerged as a significant trading center due to its geographic advantages.
Wealthy plantation owners represented a small portion of southern colonial society, yet held considerable power.

Key Historical Events

Salem Witch Trials ended when the governor's wife was accused, leading to cessation of trials.
Roanoke Island settlement mysteriously vanished after Sir Walter Raleigh’s departure.
The Dutch settled New Netherlands primarily for the lucrative fur trade, later surrendered to the English.

Important Figures and Locations

William Penn acquired land to establish a colony for religious practice, founding Pennsylvania.
Peter Minuit is known for purchasing Manhattan Island from Native Americans with trinkets.
Charleston was a vital port city on the Atlantic Coast, contributing to colonial trade dynamics.

Native American Cultures

Prior to the slave trade, African cultures were agricultural and advanced, contrasting with later European practices.
Native tribes made advancements in farming and medicine before European contact.

Miscellaneous Facts

The headright system allowed planters to acquire more land, promoting agricultural expansion.
The Algonquian civilization relied heavily on hunting and fishing for food sources.
Kivas were deep pits used for religious purposes in Native American cultures.

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