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Which of the following best describes the role of an apprentice in colonial Williamsburg?
Which of the following best describes the role of an apprentice in colonial Williamsburg?
- A government leader responsible for creating laws.
- An aspiring worker seeking to learn a trade. (correct)
- A skilled craftsman running their own business.
- A religious figure serving the Anglican Church.
In colonial Williamsburg, children of enslaved people generally received the same level of education as free children.
In colonial Williamsburg, children of enslaved people generally received the same level of education as free children.
False (B)
What was the primary function of the governor in colonial Williamsburg?
What was the primary function of the governor in colonial Williamsburg?
- To manage trade and commerce within the colony.
- To read bills from the Assembly and decide if they become laws. (correct)
- To lead religious services and enforce moral codes.
- To oversee the education system for boys and girls.
A draft of an idea that may become a law is known as a ______.
A draft of an idea that may become a law is known as a ______.
What was the significance of Williamsburg being Virginia's capital?
What was the significance of Williamsburg being Virginia's capital?
Dame schools were formal institutions established by the colonial government to educate girls.
Dame schools were formal institutions established by the colonial government to educate girls.
Which of the following was the most popular gathering place for colonial men in Williamsburg?
Which of the following was the most popular gathering place for colonial men in Williamsburg?
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Besides reading, writing, and math, what else did boys learn at The College of William and Mary?
Besides reading, writing, and math, what else did boys learn at The College of William and Mary?
What skills were girls expected to learn during the colonial era?
What skills were girls expected to learn during the colonial era?
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Bill
Bill
A draft of an idea that may become a law.
Capitol
Capitol
The government building where lawmakers meet.
Craftsman
Craftsman
A person who works at a job that requires manual or artistic skill.
Politics
Politics
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Royal Colony
Royal Colony
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Trade
Trade
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Apprentice
Apprentice
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Williamsburg
Williamsburg
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Anglican
Anglican
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Dame schools
Dame schools
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Study Notes
- Williamsburg was the center of education and culture
Vocabulary
- Bill: A draft of an idea that may become a law.
- Capitol: The government building where lawmakers meet.
- Craftsman: Someone in a job requiring manual or artistic skill.
- Politics: The activities of the government.
- Royal colony: A colony controlled by a king or queen.
- Trade: A craft or occupation that requires manual, artistic, or mechanical skills.
- Apprentice: Aspiring worker learning a trade.
Colonial Life in Williamsburg
- About half of Virginia's population were enslaved African Americans.
- Children of enslaved people rarely received a full education.
- Slaves survived harsh conditions through mutual support.
- Shoemaking was the most common craft.
- Taverns were popular gathering spots.
- Williamsburg served as Virginia's capital, housing government leaders.
- The king appointed the governor, who resided in a palace.
- The king's goal was to impress visitors with his power and wealth.
- The Governor read bills from the Assembly and determined if they should become laws.
- Anglican was Virginia's official religion.
- Only Anglicans could hold government positions.
Education for Girls
- Many girls learned to read in Dame schools.
- Dame schools were informal, held in people's homes and conducted by women hired by parents.
- Women were expected to manage households, learning skills such as cooking, sewing, knitting, manners, and prayers.
Education for Boys
- Boys learned reading, writing, and math at The College of William and Mary.
- Older boys were prepared to become priests.
- Wealthy families hired tutors for their sons.
- Wealthy individuals sent their sons to study with a local minister or priest.
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