The Planting Of English America

1. What were the main motivations behind colonists coming to the new world?

3. Looking for advanced technology

1. God, Gold, and Glory2. Yes, because they were fed up with England3. Not at first but it turned out to be that way.4. They really liked having their own personal liberty. It gave them a sense of freedom.

2. Seeking freedom from religious persecution

4. Escaping political conflicts

Colonists were primarily motivated by the desire for wealth, spreading religion, and achieving glory through exploration.

Explanation

Colonists were primarily motivated by the desire for wealth, spreading religion, and achieving glory through exploration.

About This Quiz

Explore the early English endeavors in North America, focusing on the establishment of Jamestown under Elizabeth I. This content delves into the initial interactions with Native Americans, highlighting... see morethe challenges and eventual cooperation that shaped the colonial landscape. see less

2. What events led to Jamestown becoming a disaster and who took over in 1608?

Nobody took over in 1608, instead, the settlers collectively worked together to overcome the difficulties.

The settlers were well-prepared for the harsh winter and managed to thrive despite the challenges.

The settlers encountered friendly Native Americans who provided them with abundant resources and support.

Jamestown wasn't ready for the incoming winter and the new diseases that they weren't immune to. John Smith took over and saved the town. He whipped everyone into discipline.

3. What were the reasons for emigration?

3. The rise of urbanization in major cities

1. The discovery of new trade routes to Asia

2. The decline of the feudal system in Europe

1. Britain's population was booming in the 1500's2. Farmers were enclosing land for farming3. Puritaniusm took a strong root in the woolien districts of western and eastern fortunes in America.4. Joint stock company was perfected by the 1600's.

The correct reasons for emigration in the context provided were Britain's population boom, land enclosure by farmers, Puritanism influence, and joint stock company development.

Explanation

The correct reasons for emigration in the context provided were Britain's population boom, land enclosure by farmers, Puritanism influence, and joint stock company development.

4. Why did the Indians become hostile toward the colonists?

At first they thought they could be allies but then the colonists started taking over and the indians didnt like that so war broke out and ended in 1614.

The Indians were jealous of the colonists' success and decided to wage war out of spite.

The colonists refused to share their resources with the Indians, fueling animosity.

The Indians were naturally aggressive towards anyone new they encountered.

The correct answer highlights the initial hopes for alliance between the Indians and the colonists, which eventually turned into hostility due to the colonists' expansionist actions. This escalation led to war in 1614.

Explanation

5. Who did Pocahontas marry?

Thomas Jefferson

Chief Powhatan

John Rolfe

John Smith

Pocahontas married John Rolfe, an English tobacco planter.

Explanation

Pocahontas married John Rolfe, an English tobacco planter.