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Jamestown Colony in Chesapeake Bay

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What was the primary motivation for English settlers coming to America, according to the text?

To establish a godly kingdom on earth

To escape religious persecution in England (correct)

To find new trading opportunities with Native Americans

To seek adventure and explore new lands

Who took charge of the Jamestown Colony and significantly improved its condition?

John Winthrop

John Smith (correct)

John Cabot

John Rolfe

What was one consequence of the headright system introduced in Virginia in 1616?

Increased conflict with Native Americans

An improvement in tobacco exports (correct)

The introduction of enslaved labor

A decrease in the number of English settlers

What was the fate of many indentured servants brought from England to work in the colonies?

They faced harsh labor conditions and many did not survive Signup and view all the answers

What significant event happened on December 11, 1620, according to the text?

The landing of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock Signup and view all the answers

What was a key difference between the settlers in Jamestown and those in Plymouth Colony?

Jamestown settlers came as families, while Plymouth settlers came as individuals Signup and view all the answers

What was the main motivation for the settlers in New England compared to those in the Chesapeake region?

Religious motives Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the first African slaves brought to Jamestown in 1619?

They were brought to serve as field laborers. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of slavery on the Southern colonies compared to the Northern colonies?

Slavery was more dominant in the Southern colonies. Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the English 'intolerable' measures against the colonies?

The colonies united against England. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Mayflower Compact?

It was a set of rules for governing the new colony. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main difference in the ratio of men to women between New England and Chesapeake?

More women than men in New England, more men than women in Chesapeake. Signup and view all the answers