Flashcards: Early English Colonization of North America — 9 cards

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1Question

Early English colonization — period?

Answer

17th century efforts to settle North America.

2Question

European exploration — onset?

Answer

Begun in the 15th century by European nations.

3Question

Jamestown — foundation year?

Answer

1607, by Virginia Company for profit.

4Question

English colonization — main motive?

Answer

Territorial expansion and economic opportunities.

5Question

17th century colonization — timeframe?

Answer

1600s, after European exploration era.

6Question

Challenges faced by early colonies?

Answer

Harsh environments, hostile tribes, lack of skills.

7Question

Economic success — example?

Answer

Cultivation of tobacco as a cash crop.

8Question

Roanoke Island — outcome?

Answer

Failed colony, known as 'the lost colony'.

9Question

Plymouth colony — key motive?

Answer

Religious freedom for Puritans.

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