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    One of the largest trades in Colonial RI was the building of ____________

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Explore the historical journey of human and European interactions with North America over 10,000 years. This quiz covers early glaciations, the arrival of Paleo-Native Americans, European explorers, and the impact of diseases on indigenous populations.

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  • 2. 

    RI many rivers and streams helped the state turn to manufacturing for revenue/jobs

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the presence of many rivers and streams in the state has contributed to its shift towards manufacturing as a means of generating revenue and employment opportunities. The availability of water resources can be advantageous for industries that require water for production processes, such as textile mills or hydroelectric power plants. Additionally, rivers and streams can provide transportation routes for the movement of goods and resources, further supporting the growth of the manufacturing sector. Therefore, the statement is likely true.

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  • 3. 

    RI was covered by thick icy glaciers how long ago

    • 1000-2000 yrs ago

    • 250000 yrs ago

    • 14-25,000 yrs ago

    • 75-95,000 yrs ago

    Correct Answer
    A. 14-25,000 yrs ago
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 14-25,000 years ago. This is because during that time period, Rhode Island (RI) was covered by thick icy glaciers. The glaciers began to retreat around 25,000 years ago, indicating that they were present in the region before that time. The range of 14-25,000 years ago encompasses the period when the glaciers were present in Rhode Island.

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  • 4. 

    The first people to show up on the continent were the vikings

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the first people to show up on the continent were not the Vikings. The Vikings were known for their exploration and colonization of various areas, but they did not reach the continent in question. The correct answer would be unknown or dependent on the specific continent being referred to.

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  • 5. 

    The first people to arrive in N America after the glaciers retreated were

    • The Vikings

    • Christopher Columbus and his Men

    • Paleo-Native Americans

    • The Dutch

    Correct Answer
    A. Paleo-Native Americans
    Explanation
    Paleo-Native Americans were the first people to arrive in North America after the glaciers retreated. This is supported by archaeological evidence, including the discovery of ancient tools and artifacts belonging to these indigenous groups. The Vikings did reach North America before Columbus, but their settlements were short-lived and did not have a lasting impact. Columbus and his men arrived much later in 1492, while the Dutch established their presence in the early 17th century. However, both Columbus and the Dutch arrived long after the Paleo-Native Americans had already settled in the region.

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  • 6. 

    The Dutchman Adriean_______ arrived here in 1614 to map the coast

    Correct Answer
    Block
    Explanation
    Adriean Block arrived in 1614 to map the coast.

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  • 7. 

    The__________fishermen may have been the first Europeans to find N. America

    Correct Answer
    Basque
    Explanation
    The Basque fishermen may have been the first Europeans to find North America because they were known for their extensive fishing expeditions in the Atlantic Ocean during the 15th and 16th centuries. The Basque people were skilled sailors and navigators, and it is believed that they ventured far into the Atlantic in search of cod and other valuable fish. There is evidence to suggest that Basque fishermen reached the shores of North America, particularly Newfoundland, before other European explorers. Their knowledge of the ocean and fishing techniques would have allowed them to navigate and explore new territories successfully.

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  • 8. 

    One disease that helped wipe out the indigenous population was__________

    Correct Answer
    Measles
    Bubonic plague
    smallpox
    cholera
    black death
    small pox
  • 9. 

    Much of the work done to clear land by the European settlers in RI was done by

    • Indentured servants

    • White slaves of the crown

    • The settler's themselves

    • Native Americans and African slaves

    Correct Answer
    A. Native Americans and African slaves
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Native Americans and African slaves. European settlers in Rhode Island relied heavily on Native Americans and African slaves to clear land. Native Americans were often forced into labor through violent means or were coerced into working for the settlers in exchange for goods. African slaves were also brought to Rhode Island to work on plantations and in other labor-intensive industries. Both groups were exploited and subjected to harsh conditions by the European settlers.

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  • 10. 

    Slavery was practiced in Colonial America

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    During the colonial era in America, slavery was indeed practiced. It was a system in which individuals, primarily of African descent, were enslaved and treated as property by white colonists. Slavery played a significant role in the economic development and growth of the colonies, particularly in the Southern states where large plantations relied heavily on enslaved labor for agricultural production. Slavery was deeply ingrained in the social, political, and economic fabric of colonial America, and its legacy continued to shape the nation's history long after its abolition.

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