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What was one of the positive contributions of Europeans to the Virgin Islands?
What was one of the positive contributions of Europeans to the Virgin Islands?
Which subjects were primarily taught in the church schools in the Virgin Islands?
Which subjects were primarily taught in the church schools in the Virgin Islands?
What year did formal education begin in the Virgin Islands?
What year did formal education begin in the Virgin Islands?
Which churches were primarily responsible for education in the Virgin Islands?
Which churches were primarily responsible for education in the Virgin Islands?
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What was a characteristic of the school buildings used for education in the Virgin Islands?
What was a characteristic of the school buildings used for education in the Virgin Islands?
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European Impact on the Virgin Islands
- Europeans had a negative impact, including diseases and crime.
- A positive impact included education and religion.
- Religious groups taught reading and writing.
- Formal education began in 1789.
- Methodist, Anglican, and other churches provided education.
- Church buildings served as school buildings.
- Schools lacked necessary facilities.
- Church schools served primary-aged students (infants to post-primary).
- Primary-level subjects included math, language arts, and social studies.
- Teachers were single individuals.
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Explore the complex effects of European colonization on education in the Virgin Islands. This quiz delves into both the positive contributions, such as the introduction of formal education by religious groups, and the negative impacts, including the spread of disease. Test your knowledge on the evolution of educational practices in this region.
