Mysteries of the Roanoke Settlement

The video explores the mysterious disappearance of English settlers on Rowan Oak Island. In 1585, 107 settlers arrived but returned to England due to conflicts and lack of supplies. In 1587, 117 settlers attempted again, but vanished by 1590, leaving only the word 'Croatoan' carved on a post. Theories suggest they may have joined Native American communities, but the mystery remains unsolved.

What makes Roanoke Island one of the greatest mysteries of the American South?

• The settlers vanished without a trace.

• It was the first successful English settlement.

• It was a major trading hub.

• It was the site of a famous battle.

What was the main challenge faced by the first group of settlers in 1585?

• Conflicts with Native Americans and lack of supplies

• Harsh weather conditions

• Lack of leadership

• Disease outbreak

What year did the first group of English settlers arrive at Roanoke Island?

• 1587

• 1585

• 1620

• 1607

What was the primary mission of the English settlers at Roanoke Island?

• To explore the New World

• To find gold

• To establish England's first permanent settlement in America

• To establish a trading post

How many settlers were part of the second attempt to establish a colony in 1587?

• 200

• 150

• 117

• 107

What was discovered carved into a wooden post at the Roanoke settlement site?

• A map of the area

• The word 'Croatoan'

• The name of the leader

• The word 'Help'

What is one theory about the fate of the Roanoke settlers?

• They returned to England secretly.

• They built a new settlement elsewhere.

• They joined Native American communities.

• They were rescued by the Spanish.

What remains at the site of the Roanoke settlement today?

• A large stone monument

• An earthwork fort

• A museum

• A reconstructed village

Why is the mystery of the Roanoke settlers still unsolved?

• All records were destroyed in a fire.

• The area is inaccessible.

• The settlers left no messages for future searchers.

• There is no physical evidence left.