Jamestown Quiz
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What was the main reason for granting a charter to the Virginia company?
To prevent Spanish advancements in the New World
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What crop became a cash crop for the Jamestown colonists?
Tobacco
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When did the institution of slavery begin in Jamestown?
1619
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Why did the settlers choose the island location for Jamestown?
To hide from the Spanish, to have a deep water anchor for the ships, and to seek protection from local Native americans
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What were the main challenges faced by Jamestown settlers?
Disease from the infected river, hunger from not planting crops, attacks by local Native Americans, and lack of fresh water supply
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