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What was the process called that Virginia Indian boys underwent to be initiated into manhood?
What was the process called that Virginia Indian boys underwent to be initiated into manhood?
- Huskanaw (correct)
- Wahunsenacawh
- Tsenacomoco
- Powhatans
Why did the English colonists assume that the Indians had no claim on their land?
Why did the English colonists assume that the Indians had no claim on their land?
- Indians moved into the forests during winter.
- Indians used fire instead of metal tools.
- Indians did not have any domesticated animals. (correct)
- Indians had no religious beliefs.
Who financed the colonial ventures that led to the founding of the Virginia Colony?
Who financed the colonial ventures that led to the founding of the Virginia Colony?
- Virginia Company of London
- Sir Walter Raleigh (correct)
- Chief Powhatan
- John Smith
How was power passed down in the matriline society of the Tsenacomoco Indians?
How was power passed down in the matriline society of the Tsenacomoco Indians?
According to John Smith, what relationship did Pocahontas have with Chief Powhatan?
According to John Smith, what relationship did Pocahontas have with Chief Powhatan?