Life In Colonial Williamsburg Study Guide

What is a draft of an idea that may become a law?

• A bill.

• A contract.

• A proposal.

• A decree.

What is the government building where lawmakers meet?

• The government building where lawmakers meet is called the Capitol.

• The government building where lawmakers meet is called the White House.

• The government building where lawmakers meet is called the Pentagon.

• The government building where lawmakers meet is called the Supreme Court.

Who is a person that works at a job requiring manual or artistic skill?

• A skilled worker or artisan.

• A manager.

• A scientist.

• A teacher.

What are the activities of the government called?

• The activities of the government are called public administration or governance.

• Private sector management

• Corporate governance

• Non-governmental operations

What is a colony controlled by a king or queen called?

• A colony controlled by a king or queen is called a monarchy.

• A colony controlled by a king or queen is called a democracy.

• A colony controlled by a king or queen is called a republic.

• A colony controlled by a king or queen is called a dictatorship.

What is a craft or occupation requiring manual, artistic, or mechanical skills?

• Trade

• Science

• Literature

• Philosophy

Who are aspiring workers wishing to learn a trade?

• aspiring workers wishing to learn a trade

• experienced professionals seeking a career change

• students looking for internships

• retired individuals exploring hobbies

Williamsburg was known as the center of education and culture because:

• it was home to the first college in the American colonies, the College of William & Mary.

• it was the capital of the United States.

• it was the largest city in the American colonies.

• it was the site of the first printing press in America.

What proportion of Virginia's people were enslaved African Americans?

• 10%

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

Were the children of enslaved people often given a full education?

• Yes, they were often given a full education.

• No, they were not often given a full education.

• It varied depending on the location.

• They were given education only in some cases.