1. John Smith "John Smith," line engraving from the 18th century, after Simon De Passe. 6 7/8 in. x 4 3/4 in. Courtesy of the National Portrait Gallery, London.

2. Place of birth England

3. Date of birth 1580

4. Date of death (if applicable) 1631

5. Place of death (if applicable)

6. Burial location (if mentioned)

7. Interesting facts about this author’s childhood

8. Marriage and family

9. Place(s) where this author lived. Include dates and explain how each place influenced them. England Virginia Traveled through Europe, Africa and America

10. How did this author become inspired to write? Wrote about his adventures and travels NOT A PURITAN

11. Where applicable, explain any obstacles this writer faced. Survival of adventures and death threats

12. How successful was this author during his/her lifetime Five descriptions of Jamestown, Virginia and its struggles, seven other books, & map of Virginia Popular in England two most famous are A Description of New England (1616) and The General History of Virginia, New England, and the Summer Isles (1624) Originated legend of Pocahontas & Powhatan

13. If the author wasn’t successful or popular at the time of their death, explain how and why they are still well known today.

14. Why is this author considered influential? Most of Jametown’s history by Smith Energetic tales

15. Identify 3-5 characteristics of this author curious (explorer, geographer, sailor, etc.) adventurous (sailor, traveler, colonist) commanding (bossy) and crotchety (grumpy) according to text