St. Augustine: A Story of America

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What caused the British to retreat after attacking the Spanish fort?

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The British soldiers were running out of food and supplies.

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What was the name of the settlement built by the French colonists in Florida?

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Fort Caroline.

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What name were the Native Americans given in St. Augustine?

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Timucua.

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How were the homes in a Timucua village described?

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Small, round houses with a cone-shaped roof.

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Why did King Phillip II of Spain end Spanish colonization of Florida in 1561?

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Extreme heat, dangerous animals, and new diseases.

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What was St. Augustine known for in American history?

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It is the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the continental United States.

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Who were the first European settlers in St. Augustine?

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The Spanish.

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What was the primary reason for Spanish exploration in Florida?

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To find gold and establish settlements.

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What role did the Timucua play in the history of St. Augustine?

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They were the Native American tribe that lived in the area before and during Spanish colonization.

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What type of government did the Spanish establish in Florida?

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A colonial government under the Spanish crown.