Colonial Williamsburg
Vocabulary
Similarities and Differences
Slave Life
Colonial Trades
100
List one reason people immigrated to America during colonial times.
What is...1) Political Freedom-–white colonists didn’t want the rules, laws, and regulations of their mother country—England 2) Religious Freedom--They wanted to be able to choose their own religion and have the freedom to practice it instead of being forced to be a member of the Church of England 3) Economic Opportunity--People wanted a better life than what they had in England. They wanted better jobs and opportunities to earn more money 4) Some wanted free atmosphere—wanted free choice to choose for themselves how they would live, worship, and make a living 5) Forced Immigration (Slavery)
100
Restaurant-like places that served food or drink were called _________.
What is taverns
100
Name one difference between how we construct buildings today and how the colonists constructed buildings in Colonial Williamsburg. (Several answers)
What is 1) buildings were constructed by hand, out of more natural materials 2) buildings were probably one or two levels at most--today we have skyscrapers 3)In colonial times, there was no heating or air
100
Name one reason why dances and songs were so important to West African slaves. (Several answers)
What is 1) slaves danced and sang as part of their religion 2) slaves danced and sang in the fields to keep their hopes up while working 3) West Africans used songs to express themselves (The slaves' songs expressed their anger, pain and hopes for freedom
100
Name the three levels of craftsmen from most important to least important.
What is Master Craftsmen, Journeymen, Apprentices
200
The town of Williamsburg, Virginia was built around ___ main buildings.
What is four
200
__________ is also known as people's beliefs and ways of life.
What is culture
200
Name one similarity between education today and education in Colonial Williamsburg.
What is 1) both schools have rules 2) still study reading, writing, arithmetic (math) 3) tutors help students
200
The relationship between the West African slaves and their colonial masters could best be referred to as one of.....(Think of the 4 Cs!)
What is cooperation
200
What are two things an apothecary does?
What is 1) Provided medical treatment 2) Prescribed medicine 3) Performed surgery 4) Served as man-midwives
300
List one reason why people came into the town of Williamsburg from the country.
What is 1) school 2) church 3) work 4) trade/shop
300
What were the types of songs slaves sang called?
What is call and response songs
300
What is the difference in how the governor is elected today and how the governor was elected in Colonial Williamsburg?
What is in Colonial Williamsburg, the governor was appointed by the British king. In modern America, we elect our own governors by voting for them.
300
Explain why slaves would have wanted to work in trade shops on their days off.
What is to earn money to buy their freedom.
300
Why was it important for the weaver to keep the tailor stocked with various types of cloth?
What is because if the weaver didn't produce enough fabric, the tailor wouldn't be able to produce clothing. Customers would find clothing scarce and would search for it in other colonies.
400
What building was located in the center of the town? Why?
What is the church (Bruton Parish Church). It was a symbol of the importance of religion in Colonial times.
400
The tailor runs out of cloth to make clothes. This is an example of...
What is scarcity
400
Both West Africans and colonists created visual art. This art was similar in which way? A.) Both groups created beautiful quilts and needle work B.) Both groups created art that was functional in nature C.) Both groups created ceremonial masks for rituals D.) Neither group produced portraits
What is B.) Both groups created art that was functional in nature.
400
Name three things that happened to the African slaves that didn't obey their masters.
What is 1) they were whipped 2) they were beaten 3) they were killed 4) they were sold away from their families
400
People who bought and sold goods were called ________.
What is merchants
500
Name 3 jobs you might find in Colonial Williamsburg.
What is 1) government workers 2) lawyers 3) carpenters 4) cabinetmakers 5) shop/tavern owners
500
What is the difference between capital and capitol?
What is *Capital is the town or city where government leaders do their work. *Capitol is the main government building, where lawmakers meet.
500
Name 2 reasons colonists immigrated to America that still apply today.
What is 1) for chances at better jobs and to earn more money 2) hope for a better life & more freedom
500
Most West Africans immigrated to America in the 17th century because...
What is they were forced to come to America to work on large farms and plantations.
500
Explain two ways apprentices were paid back for the work they did. (Hint: not with money!)
What is with food, a place to stay, and a chance to learn their craft
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