Lost Colony
Why did Queen Elizabeth want England to expand its territory?
She wanted England to find new resources and compete with Spain.
Why did the Pilgrims travel to America in 1620?
They traveled to America so they could freely practice their religion.
When was Jamestown established, and what was it named after?
Jamestown was established in 1607 and was named after King James I of England.
What were the three regions of the 13 Colonies?
The three regions were the New England Colonies, Middle Colonies, and Southern Colonies.
What are the three major regions of North Carolina?
The three regions are the Mountains, Piedmont, and Coast.
What happened to the first group of more than 100 colonists sent by Raleigh in 1585?
They faced unfriendly Indians and a food shortage, so they abandoned the colony and returned to England.
What was the Mayflower Compact, and why was it important?
The Mayflower Compact was an agreement created by the Pilgrims that established a form of self-government. The settlers agreed to work together and follow laws they created.
What were two major problems the settlers faced in Jamestown?
They faced disease, hunger, lack of clean water, and harsh weather.
Why was farming difficult in the New England Colonies?
Farming was difficult because the land was rocky, the soil was poor, winters were long and cold, and the growing season was short.
What are two characteristics of the North Carolina Mountains?
The Mountains have heavily forested land, waterfalls, cold streams, and high elevations. They also receive snow and have cool summers. (Any two.)
Who was Virginia Dare, and why was she important?
Virginia Dare was Eleanor Dare’s baby girl. She was important because she was the first English child born in the New World.
What challenges did the Pilgrims face during their first winter in Plymouth?
They faced disease, hunger, and cold, and many settlers died.
How did Captain John Smith help Jamestown become more organized?
He encouraged the settlers to work together and make sure they built houses, grew food, collected firewood, and protected the settlement.
Why were the Middle Colonies called the “breadbasket colonies”?
They were called the “breadbasket colonies” because they had fertile soil and a mild climate that was good for growing grains such as wheat, corn, and barley.
Why are most of North Carolina’s largest cities located in the Piedmont?
Most cities are located in the Piedmont because cities tend to develop where there is industry, and the Piedmont has many industries, businesses, and financial institutions.
Why was Governor White unable to return to Roanoke quickly?
England was preparing for war with Spain, so every ship was needed. This delayed White’s return for three years.
How did Squanto and the Wampanoag help the Pilgrims survive?
Squanto taught the Pilgrims how to plant corn, catch fish, and find food, while the Wampanoag helped them survive in the new environment.
Why did tobacco become important to the success of Jamestown?
John Rolfe helped develop tobacco that grew well in Virginia and could be sold in England for money. Tobacco became a cash crop and brought wealth to Virginia.
How did geography and climate affect the economies of the New England and Southern Colonies?
New England’s cold climate and rocky soil made farming difficult, so people relied on fishing, shipbuilding, and trade. The South had warm weather, fertile soil, and a long growing season, so its economy focused on farming and cash crops.
How did geography affect settlement in the Piedmont and Coastal Plain?
In the Piedmont, the rivers flowed southeast rather than west, which discouraged people from the Coastal Plain from moving west. Along the coast, shifting barrier islands, shallow inlets, storms, and a lack of natural harbors made settlement and trade more difficult.
What are two theories about what happened to the Lost Colony?
One theory is that the colonists joined the Croatoan tribe. Other theories suggest they starved during a drought, were lost at sea while trying to return to England, or moved north to live with other Indians.
Why is Plymouth Colony important in American history?
Plymouth is important because it is remembered for cooperation with Native Americans, the Mayflower Compact as an early example of self-government, and the harvest feast that later inspired Thanksgiving.
How did the success of tobacco affect the colony and its relationships with Native Americans?
Tobacco required more land and labor, which encouraged more settlers to come to Virginia but also increased conflict with Native Americans and contributed to the growth of indentured servitude and slavery.
How were the societies of the Middle and Southern Colonies different?
The Middle Colonies had a diverse population and many different religions, while the Southern Colonies had a plantation-based society that relied heavily on enslaved labor. The Middle Colonies also had more growing cities, while the South had fewer cities because plantations were spread out.
How has geography affected the way people live and develop in North Carolina’s Coastal region?
The coast is affected by hurricanes, flooding, and beach erosion, so people have had to adapt by taking precautions, building sand dunes, and even moving the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse to protect it from erosion. Geography also affected early settlement because dangerous waters and a lack of good harbors limited the growth of coastal cities and trade.