Colonial America
What is a colony?
A place where a group of people comes to settle which is under the control of their home country.
What was the most important job during colonial times?
Farming
Most people living in Colonial America lived and worked on a ______
Farm
True or False; Homes built during Colonial Times varied depending on the local resources, the region, and the wealth of the family.
True
True or False; Rich colonist made their own clothes?
False
Why did settlers come to America?
For a better life and religious freedom
Did children work?
Yes! The boys helped the father with his work and the girls helped their mother.
True or False; Girls went to school during colonial times?
False
Mention one of the materials colonist used to build their homes.
Wood, Clay, and Mud
What was a tricorne hat?
A hat, which looked like a triangle and folded up on the sides.
Why Jamestown is important?
Jamestown was the first permanent English settlement in North America.
What are some of the crops farmers grew?
Popular crops included wheat, corn, barley, oats, tobacco, and rice.
At what age did people usually get married?
20 years old
How many rooms did a colonial simple colonial log cabin have?
One!
What color did servants wear?
Blue