The 13 Colonies
This European country established Jamestown in 1607.
England
The New England colonies had this type of climate, with cold winters and rocky soil.
cold climate
The Puritans strongly influenced the government, religion, and daily life of this New England colony.
Massachusetts Bay
The Southern Colonies depended heavily on these large farms that grew crops for profit.
plantations
This mysterious settlement disappeared, leaving behind the word "CROATOAN."
Roanoke
Name all three colonial regions of the original 13 colonies
New England, Middle, and Southern
Because of New England's rocky soil and short growing season, colonists had difficulty doing this.
farming/growing crops
People who could not afford the cost of traveling to America could agree to work for several years in exchange for their passage.
indentured servants
This colonial region's economy relied heavily on agriculture and cash crops such as tobacco and later cotton.
Southern Colonies
What was one challenge colonists faced when traveling to America?
The long and difficult journey by ship
Maine was considered part of this colony during the colonial period.
Massachusetts
The Middle Colonies were known for having fertile soil that made them especially good for growing this important crop.
wheat/grains
DOUBLE JEOPARDY -- what is the middle colonies nickname
These people wanted to practice their religion in their own way and settled Massachusetts Bay.
Puritans
Why did the need for slaves grow so much?
The demand for workers on Southern plantations contributed to the growth of this cruel system.
Who was the leader of the Roanoke colony?
John White
I am the largest port city among the colonies and became an important center of trade. What city am I?
Boston
The Southern Colonies had a warm climate and long growing season, which helped farmers grow these types of crops.
cash crops
This man founded Rhode Island after leaving Massachusetts because he believed people should have religious freedom.
Roger Williams
Why did the New England Colonies depend heavily on fishing, shipbuilding, and trade?
The region had a rocky soil and cold climate, making large-scale farming difficult, so people relied on the ocean and trade.
Name TWO challenges faced by early English colonists in America.
Possible answers: disease, starvation, harsh weather, lack of supplies, conflict with Native Americans, poor leadership, or unfamiliar land.
A colonist has arrived in America and wants to farm large amounts of tobacco. Which colonial region should they choose and WHY?
The Southern Colonies, because they had a warm climate, long growing season, and fertile land that supported cash-crop agriculture.
A colonist wants to become a fisherman or shipbuilder. Which region would provide the best opportunities? Explain why.
New England, because of its Atlantic coastline, harbors, and access to the ocean.
A colonist wants to live somewhere with religious tolerance and a diverse population. Which region would be the best choice?
The Middle Colonies
Why did the Middle Colonies have a more diverse economy than the New England or Southern Colonies? Give specific reasons!
The Middle Colonies had fertile soil for farming, a moderate climate, forests for lumber, and good rivers and ports for trade, allowing them to have many different types of jobs and businesses.
Why did the Native Americans and the European settlers not get along?
Competition over land and resources was one major cause of conflicts between these two groups.