THE FIRST PERMANENT ENGLISH SETTLEMENT

England wanted to establish an American colony to increase its _________ and _________. wealth power

Name 2 ways that an American colony would do this: 1.They hoped to find gold and silver. 2.The settlement would furnish raw materials

Jamestown was primarily an __________ venture. economic

Who financed the settlement of Jamestown? Virginia Company of London

When was Jamestown settled? 1607

Who granted a charter to the Virginia Company? The King of England

What did the charter guarantee to the English colonists?

Jamestown was located on a narrow __________ on the ________ River. peninsula James

Today the original Jamestown site is located on an _________ in the James River. island

It was easy to defend. 4 reasons they chose a peninsula: The water was deep enough for ships to dock. They thought they had a good supply of fresh water. They had instructions to go further inland.

marshy land unsafe drinking water diseases and starvation many settlers lacked necessary skills

What changes insured the survival of Jamestown? emphasis on agriculture forced work program and strong leadership of John Smith arrival of supply ships

Why was John Smith’s friendship with the Powhatans important? He initiated trading relationships with the Powhatans.

What did the native peoples mainly trade with the settlers? food tools, copper for jewelry, and pots What did the settlers give them in exchange?

Who taught the settlers survival skills? Chief Powhatan

Who served as a contact between the settlers and the native peoples? Pocahontas

What 2 new crops did the Powhatans introduce to the colonists? corn and tobacco

Tobacco was sold in England as Jamestown’s _______ _______. cash crop

The economy of the Virginia colony now depended on ______________ as the primary source of wealth. agriculture