King James I
Virginia Company
Settlers' Occupations

Challenges Faced
Tobacco's Impact

100

What was the primary motivation of King James I in granting a charter to the Virginia Company?

 To prevent Spanish expansion in the New World and seek a northern passage to Asia.

100

What type of company was the Virginia Company?

a joint-stock 

100

Name one occupation of the original Jamestown settlers.

Carpenter, blacksmith, laborer, or gentleman.

100

 What was "The Starving Time"

A period during which settlers faced severe food shortages and hardships.

100

 What was the first cash crop introduced in Jamestown?

tobacco

200

In what year did King James I grant the charter to the Virginia Company?

1606

200

What was the primary objective of the Virginia Company?

To establish settlements in America to generate profit.

200

How many gentlemen were among the original settlers?

29

200

 Name one reason why settlers struggled during "The Starving Time."

Lack of preparation for harsh winter conditions.

200

Who developed a smoother breed of tobacco in 1612?

John Rolfe

300

Name one key point about King James I’s role in colonization efforts

He aimed to establish and civilize America.

300

Who were the investors in the Virginia Company?

 A group of wealthy investors who acted as shareholders.

300

What role did the diversity of occupations play in the Jamestown settlement?

It contributed to the settlers’ ability to build and maintain the colony.

300

 how did disease play during the early years of Jamestown?

Illnesses from an infected river impacted the health of settlers.

300

Why did tobacco become popular in England?

It was a new type of better Tobacco

400

What did King James I hope to achieve with the establishment of the Virginia Company?

Generate profit from the new settlements in America

400

 one way the Virginia Company aimed to attract settlers to America.

 highlighting economic opportunities, such as the discovery of gold and minerals.

400

How many carpenters were among the original settlers?

6

400

What were some attacks settlers faced during this period?

Attacks from local Native Americans.

400

What was the significance of John Rolfe’s marriage to Pocahontas?

It brought peace to the Native American and Colonist communities

500

What was the significance of King James I’s charter for the future of English colonization?

It marked the beginning of the first permanent English colony in America, Jamestown.

500

What was the outcome of the Virginia Company's efforts in America?

Establishment of Jamestown as the first permanent English colony.

500

 Why was it important for settlers to have varied skills in Jamestown?

To ensure the colony's survival and growth through diverse labor.

500

How did the pursuit of gold affect the settlers’ survival?

Much time was wasted in pursuit of gold, detracting from essential survival activities.

500

How did the cultivation of tobacco affect labor demands in Jamestown?

It led to the introduction of indentured servants and eventually slavery.