Social Studies 13 Colonies Study Guide

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the 13 Colonies, including notable events, figures, and geographic features.

Roanoke Island

Known as The Lost Colony, where John White found nobody upon his return.

Walter Raleigh

Sent by Queen Elizabeth to establish a colony on Roanoke Island.

Jamestown

The first English settlement in Virginia established in 1607.

John Smith

Leader of Jamestown who became friendly with Chief Powhatan and Pocahontas.

Tobacco

An important cash crop for Jamestown that contributed to its economy.

King Philip’s War

King Philip was angry that English colonists were expanding and taking land in Native territory.

New England Colonies

The coldest region known for shipbuilding, fishing, and fur trading.

Southern Colonies

The warmest colonies that could grow crops year-round and exported several agricultural products.

Self-government

Established in Jamestown, allowing settlers to hold town meetings and elect representatives.

Middle Colonies

Fertile region known for wheat farming and large food production.

Who was the leader of Roanoke Island?

John White

When John White returned to England for supplies what was happening?

England was at war with Spain, and he couldn’t return to Roanoke Island for two years.

When John White returned to Roanoke Island what did he see?

Nobody was there, only the word "Croatoan" carved on a tree.