Geographic
Yorktown is located along the __________ River.
York
Which of the following language groups was spoken primarily by the Powhatan tribes in the Tidewater region of Virginia?
Algonquian- The Algonquian language group was spoken primarily in the Coastal Plain (Tidewater) region by the Powhatan people.
The charters of the Virginia Company of London gave the company the right to establish settlements in —
North America
The wealth of the Virginia colony came mostly from —
agriculture
What are the two bodies of water that border Virginia?
Atlantic Ocean, Chesapeake Bay
Jamestown became a wealthier and more permanent settlement because of the arrival of which two groups?
Africans and women
Who were members of the 1619 Virginia Assembly?
Burgesses
After Reconstruction, which industry most encouraged the growth of towns and cities throughout Virginia?
Railroad
Virginia can be divided into ________ geographic regions.
Five
Soon after the arrival of the settlers, conflicts began with the Powhatan people over —
Land
Which document explained the reasons that led to the Revolutionary War?
The Declaration of Independence
Which magazine article would most likely include information on the Valley and Ridge region?
Modern Farming
Which geographic region has flat land?
Coastal Plain (Tidewater)
After fighting in the Continental Army, James Armistead Lafayette was given —
his freedom from slavery
After Reconstruction, Jim Crow laws were passed mainly in —
southern states
Farmer Jones received goods and supplies at the beginning of spring. He will pay for them after the harvest. This is an example of —
credit
What is the natural border between the Coastal Plain (Tidewater) and Piedmont regions, where waterfalls prevent further travel on the river?
Fall Line
The colony of Virginia mainly provided England with —
new sources of raw materials for English industry
Executive Branch of Virginia
Carries out laws
In the 20th century, many farmers took jobs in industry because —
crop prices dropped