Early Colonial Governance Quiz

Which of the following was NOT a reason for implementing martial law in Jamestown?

• To bring stability to the colony

• To maintain order among colonists

• To establish religious freedom

• To prevent potential failure of the colony

The martial law implemented in Jamestown from 1609 to 1612 was known as:

• The Common Law of England

• The Laws Divine, Moral and Martial

• The Jamestown Charter

• The Virginia Company Rules

Under Jamestown's martial law, what was the punishment for trading with Native Americans by force?

• Whipping

• Imprisonment

• Death

• Banishment from the colony

Who was NOT involved in establishing martial law in Jamestown?

• Lord De La Warre

• Sir Thomas Gates

• Roger Williams

• Sir Thomas Dale

The Mayflower Compact was signed by:

• All passengers on the Mayflower

• Only the women on the Mayflower

• 41 male passengers on the Mayflower

• The entire crew of the Mayflower

The Mayflower Compact was created because:

• The Pilgrims landed north of their intended destination

• King James ordered them to create a new government

• They wanted to declare independence from England

• Native Americans demanded a written agreement

Which of the following was NOT a key point of the Mayflower Compact?

• Acknowledgment of allegiance to King James

• Establishment of self-governance

• Creation of a 'Civil Body Politick'

• Guarantee of religious freedom for all faiths

Rhode Island's Royal Charter of 1663 was significant because it:

• Established martial law in the colony

• Prohibited religious freedom

• Guaranteed individual freedom of religion

• Required allegiance to the Catholic Church

Who founded Providence, Rhode Island in 1636?

• John Smith

• Roger Williams

• William Bradford

• John Winthrop

Why was Roger Williams banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony?

• For trading with Native Americans

• For advocating religious tolerance

• For refusing to pay taxes

• For supporting the King of England