Colonization of North America

1.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What was one reason that the Mid-Atlantic Colonies were founded?

to help spread religion to American Indians

to help poor settlers from Europe start a new life

because the region’s geography made them good for trade

because the region’s land was not claimed by American Indians

2.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What was a major reason that the New England Colonies were founded?

The area had rich soil for farming.

Colonists wanted religious freedom.

Colonists wanted to spread democracy.

The area had a sunny and warm climate.

3.

Multiple Choice

45 sec

1 pt

Use the information to answer the question.

Roger moved to North America in order

to start a new life. In Europe, he was not allowed to follow the religion he

wanted. He also had trouble feeding his family because food cost too much.

Roger wanted to live somewhere he could find work as a shipbuilder. He was

good and hunting and also wanted to trap animals and sell furs.

In which colonial region did Roger MOST LIKELY settle?

the Southern Colonies, because there were many shipbuilders due the area's natural harbors

the Southern

Colonies, because many people in these colonies relied on fur trapping and trade

the New England Colonies, because many of these colonies were founded to provide religious freedom

the New England Colonies, because these colonies had rich soil and a climate that was good for farming

4.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

What were the Pilgrims and the Puritans who settled in the New England Colonies searching for?

somewhere they could practice their religion freely

somewhere they could grow crops to sell in England

somewhere they could meet and learn from American Indians

somewhere they could mine for metals such as silver and gold

5.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Which colonies were MOST tolerant of people practicing different religions?

the New England Colonies

the Mid-Atlantic Colonies

the Southern Colonies

the Spanish Colonies

6.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Use the information to answer the question.

Southern Colonies

Religion is practiced but strict religious laws did not exist.

?

Religion is center of school and politics

What of the following BEST completes the table?

Mid-Atlantic Colonies

New England Colonies

Southwestern Colonies

Northwestern Colonies

7.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

How did MOST settlers hope to make money in the Southern Colonies?

by fishing

by mining

by logging

by farming

8.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Use the information to answer the question.

At dinner tonight, the family will eat grilled whale that was cooked by my father. He has been away for days trying to harpoon this big fish, Now, he has brought us some to eat. Yummy!

-Johnny Smith, 9 year old colonist

In which colonial region does Johnny MOST LIKELY live?

Southern Colonies

Mid-Atlantic Colonies

New England Colonies

Northwestern Colonies

9.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Which region was home to settlers from the greatest number of different countries and religions during the Colonial Period?

the Arctic Colonies

the Southern Colonies

the Mid-Atlantic Colonies

the New England Colonies

10.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Use the information to answer the question.

I live in colonial Virginia. In the winter and spring, I'm busy spinning and sewing. In the late summer and fall, I prepare fruits, vegetables, and meat for the winter. During the growing season, I tend a garden of herbs. Each day, I cook and take care of the children and farm animals.

Who does this text MOST LIKELY describe in the colonies?

a farmer

a woman

an artisan

a large landowner

11.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Which answer choice BEST describes the type of education most children experienced in Colonial America?

They went to all grades and on to college.

They focused on school with little to do at home.

They worked on farms and never attended school.

They worked on farms and sometimes went to school.

12.

Multiple Choice

30 sec

1 pt

Use the image to answer the question.

Which colonial region is MOST LIKELY shown here?

Western

Southern

Mid-Atlantic

New England

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