Chapter 3 Study Guide

Which of the following BEST describes the relations between the Native and French and Dutch colonists?

Both the French and Dutch traded with some Native Americans, but both groups of colonists also came into conflict with other Native Americans.

Think about the English, French, and Dutch colonies in North America, Which of the following BEST summarizes their North American colonial histories

Each group had different reasons for starting colonies in North America, but economic motives were important for all three groups.

Which answer BEST explains why England wanted to start a new colony in North America

England's bitter rival, Spain, had North American colonies. England wanted a North American colony to compete with Spain.

Which of the following Statements is true about the relationship between the pilgrims and Native Americans

The Wampanoag people helped the Pilgrims because the Pilgrims protected them from their Native Americans foes.

Discuss the role of the encomienda of the Spanish settlements in New Spain.

The encomienda have Spanish settlers the right to control groups of Native Americans.

Which of the following is true about the geography and environment of the Jamestown colony?

The site of the colony was almost surrounded by water. Some of the water was unclean, and the mosquitoes that bred around the water carried disease.

Why did Spanish Settlers spread to North America?

The spanish navy set up bases along the coast.q

Which statement BEST describes the relationship between the English colonists on Roanoke Island and the local Native Americans?

There was probably conflict between the two groups because of a shortage of food.

Which of the following did the Pilgrims promise to do in the Mayflower Compact?

Work together to make "just and equal laws."