Colonial Fort Life and Challenges

In Chapter 17 of 'Blood on the River', Captain Newport arrives with new colonists and supplies, bringing changes to the settlement. Pocahontas visits, interacting with the colonists and showcasing her playful nature. A fire breaks out, destroying much of the fort, including the storehouse and its contents, highlighting the challenges faced by the settlers.

What does Captain Newport's letter suggest about the country's resources?

• The country is rich in gold and copper.

• The country is barren and lacks resources.

• The country has no valuable resources.

• The country is only rich in silver.

What significant change occurs with Captain Newport's arrival?

• The fort is moved to a new location.

• Captain Smith is imprisoned.

• The fort is abandoned.

• Master Archer is taken off the council.

Who is the new boy brought by Captain Newport?

• John Smith

• Thomas Savage

• Richard Archer

• Christopher Newport

What is Pocahontas's relationship to Chief Powhatan?

• She is his sister.

• She is his mother.

• She is his daughter.

• She is his wife.

How does Pocahontas surprise the boys during her visit?

• By refusing to enter the fort.

• By speaking perfect English.

• By giving them gifts.

• By pretending to cut herself.

What activity does Pocahontas challenge the boys to?

• A race

• A singing contest

• A fishing contest

• A cooking competition

What disaster strikes the fort after the arrival of the new colonists?

• A tornado

• An earthquake

• A fire

• A flood

What is lost in the fire at the fort?

• The livestock

• The ship

• The palisade

• The storehouse and food