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Early American Societies and Colonization Quiz

#1

Who was the primary European explorer credited with discovering America in 1492?

Christopher Columbus
Explanation

Credited with discovering America in 1492.

#2

Which European power established the colony of New Amsterdam, later known as New York, in the early 17th century?

Netherlands
Explanation

Established the colony of New Amsterdam.

#3

What event in 1607 is considered the first permanent English settlement in North America?

Jamestown founded
Explanation

Considered the first permanent English settlement in North America.

#4

Which European power established the colony of Jamestown in 1607?

England
Explanation

Established the colony of Jamestown.

#5

Which European power established the colony of Quebec in 1608?

France
Explanation

Established the colony of Quebec.

#6

Which Native American civilization built large earthen mounds for ceremonial and burial purposes?

Mississippian
Explanation

Known for building large earthen mounds.

#7

What was the main economic activity in the Southern colonies during the 17th and 18th centuries?

Farming
Explanation

Main economic activity in the Southern colonies.

#8

What was the significance of the Mayflower Compact in American history?

It established the first written constitution in the colonies.
Explanation

Established the first written constitution in the colonies.

#9

Which Native American group played a crucial role in helping the Pilgrims survive their first winter in the New World?

Wampanoag
Explanation

Played a crucial role in helping the Pilgrims survive their first winter.

#10

Which European country established the colony of Georgia as a buffer against Spanish Florida?

England
Explanation

Established the colony of Georgia as a buffer against Spanish Florida.

#11

Who is known for his role in the development of the printing press and his contributions to colonial education?

Benjamin Franklin
Explanation

Known for his role in the development of the printing press and his contributions to colonial education.

#12

Who is credited with establishing the first successful English colony in North America?

John Smith
Explanation

Credited with establishing the first successful English colony.

#13

What was the primary reason for the establishment of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1630?

Religious freedom
Explanation

Established for religious freedom.

#14

What was the primary cash crop in the Southern colonies during the colonial period?

Tobacco
Explanation

Primary cash crop in the Southern colonies.

#15

Which colony was founded as a haven for Quakers seeking religious freedom?

Pennsylvania
Explanation

Founded as a haven for Quakers seeking religious freedom.

#16

Which Native American confederation was formed for mutual defense and coordination against European colonists?

Iroquois Confederacy
Explanation

Formed for mutual defense and coordination against European colonists.

#17

Who led the rebellion against the English in Virginia in 1676, which came to be known as Bacon's Rebellion?

Nathaniel Bacon
Explanation

Led the rebellion against the English in Virginia in 1676.

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