Jamestown

A low lying peninsula surrounded by disease ridden, bug infested swampy water and prone to high humidity was selected as a location for a permanent settlement because:

• it offered protection from potential enemies

• it had the healthiest environment

• it was the only available land for farming

• it was close to a major trade route

What were the main reasons England wanted to establish an American colony?

• To increase wealth and power

• To escape religious persecution

• To find new friends

• To avoid war

Fill in the blank: England wanted to establish an American colony by finding ______ and gold in America.

• silver

• spices

• fur

• diamonds

Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a reason for English colonization?

• Providing a source of raw materials

• Opening new markets for trade

• Finding silver and gold

• Escaping from pirates

The phrase 'GOD, GLORY AND GOLD!' summarizes the main motivations for English colonization.

• True

• False

Why was Jamestown primarily established?

• For religious freedom

• As an economic venture

• For military purposes

• For scientific research

Who financed the settlement of Jamestown? The stockholders of the ________ company of London financed the settlement of Jamestown.

• Virginia

• Plymouth

• London Trading

• Hudson Bay

________ became the first permanent English settlement in North America in 1607.

• Jamestown

• Plymouth

• Roanoke

• St. Augustine

When the settlers first arrived, where was Jamestown located?

• Jamestown was located on a narrow peninsula bordered on three sides by the James River.

• Jamestown was located in the middle of a dense forest far from any water source.

• Jamestown was located on a mountain top overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

• Jamestown was located on an island in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay.

What is the current location of Jamestown?

• Today Jamestown is located on an island in the James River.

• Today Jamestown is located in the Appalachian Mountains.

• Today Jamestown is located on the Atlantic Ocean coast.

• Today Jamestown is located in the Mississippi River Valley.