Unit 2: Early American Colonies Study Quiz

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  • 2. 

    What was the first successful colony in the New World?

    • Charlotte

    • Plymouth

    • Roanoke

    • Jamestown

    Correct Answer
    A. Jamestown
    Explanation
    Jamestown was founded in 1607. Although Roanoke was first, it can not be considered successful because everyone disappeared:)

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  • 3. 

    Which of the following is the first written body of laws in America?

    • Parliament

    • House of Burgess

    • Charter

    • Mayflower Compact

    Correct Answer
    A. Mayflower Compact
    Explanation
    The pilgrims refused to leave their ship when it landed at the New World until they agreed to a set of laws. These laws are the Mayflower Compact.

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  • 4. 

    What two things are required to establish a colony in the new world?

    • Slaves and Money

    • Ships and supplies

    • Charter and money

    • Pirates and sharks

    Correct Answer
    A. Charter and money
    Explanation
    To establish a colony in the new world, two things are required: a charter and money. A charter is a legal document that grants permission from the ruling authority to establish a colony. It outlines the rights and responsibilities of the colonizers. Money is necessary to fund the expedition, purchase supplies, and support the initial settlement. Without a charter, the colony would not have legal recognition, and without money, it would be impossible to sustain the necessary resources for survival and growth.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following is the earliest form of representative democracy (our legislative branch is based off of this)?

    • Parliament

    • House of Burgesses

    • Charter

    • Mayflower Compact

    Correct Answer
    A. House of Burgesses
    Explanation
    House of Burgesses were elected representatives in the early Jamestown colony. Our Congress and house of representatives are modeled off of this.

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  • 6. 

    Who founded the Plymouth colony?

    Correct Answer
    Pilgrims, pilgrims
    Explanation
    The Plymouth Colony was founded by a group of English settlers known as the Pilgrims. They were led by William Bradford and other leaders who sought religious freedom and separation from the Church of England. The Pilgrims arrived in North America aboard the Mayflower in 1620 and established the Plymouth Colony in what is now Massachusetts. William Bradford later became the long-time governor of the colony and played a key role in its development.

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  • 7. 

    During the 1600s, people living in England were required to be members of which church?

    Correct Answer
    Church of England
    Anglican Church
    Explanation
    During the 1600s, the Church of England was the official state church in England. Therefore, people living in England during this time were required to be members of the Church of England. The Anglican Church is another name for the Church of England, so both options are correct.

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  • 8. 

    Who was responsible for the first English settlemt in the new world?

    • John White

    • Sir Walter Raliegh

    • John Smith

    • John Rolph

    Correct Answer
    A. Sir Walter Raliegh
    Explanation
    Sir Walter Raliegh recieved the first charter from the Queen to establish a colony. He never visits, but this does establish the Roanoke colony.

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