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Which factor most significantly contributed to the initial failures of the Jamestown colony?
Which factor most significantly contributed to the initial failures of the Jamestown colony?
- Frequent attacks by well-organized Spanish forces.
- Unexpectedly harsh winters that decimated the initial population.
- Lack of support and supplies from the English crown.
- The colonists' primary focus on finding gold rather than establishing sustainable agriculture. (correct)
What was a primary difference between the economies of the Southern colonies and the New England colonies?
What was a primary difference between the economies of the Southern colonies and the New England colonies?
- The Southern colonies relied heavily on manufacturing, while New England colonies focused on agriculture.
- The Southern colonies relied on a single crop export economy, while the New England colonies developed a diversified economy. (correct)
- The Southern colonies developed a strong merchant fleet. while the New England colonies restricted overseas trade.
- The Southern colonies were more dependent on trade with Native American tribes than the New England colonies.
Which of the following was a significant motivation for the establishment of the Plymouth colony?
Which of the following was a significant motivation for the establishment of the Plymouth colony?
- To exploit the natural resources of the New World for economic gain.
- To create a society based on religious freedom, separate from the Church of England. (correct)
- To establish a military base to challenge Spanish dominance.
- To discover new trade routes to Asia.
What was the significance of the House of Burgesses established in Virginia?
What was the significance of the House of Burgesses established in Virginia?
How did the Mayflower Compact influence the development of government in the New World?
How did the Mayflower Compact influence the development of government in the New World?
What role did indentured servitude play in the colonial economy?
What role did indentured servitude play in the colonial economy?
Which of the following describes the relationship between the early colonists and Native American populations?
Which of the following describes the relationship between the early colonists and Native American populations?
How did mercantilism influence the economic policies of European powers in relation to their colonies?
How did mercantilism influence the economic policies of European powers in relation to their colonies?
What was the significance of the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut?
What was the significance of the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut?
Which statement accurately summarizes the impact of geography on the economic development of the colonies?
Which statement accurately summarizes the impact of geography on the economic development of the colonies?
Flashcards
First New World Colony
First New World Colony
Virginia was the first permanent English colony in North America, founded in 1607.
Study Notes
- The correct answer is Virginia.
- Virginia was the first permanent English colony in North America.
Virginia
- Established in 1607 by the London Company.
- Named in honor of Queen Elizabeth I, the "Virgin Queen".
- Located on the eastern coast of North America.
- Played a crucial role in the early history of the United States.
New York
- Originally founded by the Dutch as New Amsterdam in 1624.
- Later seized by the English and renamed New York in 1664.
- Became an important commercial center.
- Significant for its diverse population and trade.
Delaware
- First settled by the Dutch and Swedes in the early 17th century.
- Briefly under Dutch control before falling under English rule.
- Became one of the Thirteen Colonies.
- Officially founded in 1638
Connecticut
- Established by English settlers in the 1630s.
- Known for its self-governance.
- Played a role in the development of American democracy.
- Officially founded in 1636
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