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Which state borders most of Virginia to the south?A North CarolinaB KentuckyC West VirginiaD Maryland
Answer:
A
Which state borders Virginia to the north?F MarylandG TennesseeH KentuckyJ North Carolina
Answer:
F
Which state does not border Virginia?A MarylandB KentuckyC North CarolinaD Ohio
Answer:
D
Which of the following states border Virginia?F Maryland and DelawareG Tennessee and KentuckyH West Virginia and PennsylvaniaJ Kentucky and South Carolina
Answer:
G
If Madeline traveled north from Richmond, which bordering state wouldshe enter?A KentuckyB West VirginiaC MarylandD North Carolina
Answer:
C
The natural border between the Coastal Plain (Tidewater) and Piedmontregions is called the —F Fall LineG Appalachian MountainsH James RiverJ Blue Ridge Mountains
Answer:
F
Which mountain system runs through Virginia?A Rocky MountainsB Eastern MountainsC Appalachian MountainsD West Virginia Mountains
Answer:
C
Which region has an area of elevated land that is flat on top?F Blue Ridge MountainsG Coastal Plains (Tidewater)H Appalachian PlateauJ Valley and Ridge
Answer:
H
Which region consists of old, rounded mountains and is a source of manyrivers?A Blue Ridge MountainsB Appalachian PlateauC Piedmont RegionD Valley and Ridge Region
Answer:
A
Which region consists of flat land and is located near the Chesapeake Bayand the Atlantic Ocean?F Coastal Plain (Tidewater)G Appalachian PlateauH Valley and RidgeJ Piedmont
Answer:
F
Complete the analogy.Piedmont Region is to rolling hills as Coastal Plain (Tidewater) Region isto —A source of many riversB valleysC flat landD old, rounded mountains
Answer:
C
Alexandria is to the Potomac River as the Jamestown is to the —A Rappahannock RiverB York RiverC Roanoke RiverD James River
Answer:
D
Which city is located nearest to the Rappahannock River?F JamestownG AlexandriaH YorktownJ Fredericksburg
Answer:
J
Which city is located nearest to the Potomac River?A FredericksburgB AlexandriaC JamestownD Yorktown
Answer:
B
All of the following are reasons why rivers were important to the earlyhistory of Virginia EXCEPT —F they provided a safe harbor from enemy shipsG they provided a passage to the Appalachian PlateauH they provided a source of foodJ they provided a pathway for exploration
Answer:
G
Which river creates a natural border between Virginia and Maryland?A Potomac RiverB James RiverC York RiverD Rappahannock River
Answer:
A
Arrange the rivers in order by their location from south to north.F Potomac River, York River, James River, Rappahannock RiverG James River, York River, Potomac River, Rappahannock RiverH Potomac River, Rappahannock River, York River, James RiverJ James River, York River, Rappahannock River, Potomac River
Answer:
J
What do all four major Virginia rivers have in common?A They flow into the Chesapeake Bay.B They all begin at the Fall Line.C They are named after Spanish royalty.D They are located on the Eastern Shore.
Answer:
A
What is the name of the body of water located in the Coastal Plain(Tidewater) region that is a shallow natural lake surrounded by theDismal Swamp?F Smith Mountain LakeG Lake DrummondH Eastern ShoreJ Chesapeake Bay
Answer:
G
Which important Virginia water feature, located in the Coastal Plain(Tidewater) region, contains a variety of wildlife and was explored andsurveyed by George Washington?A Potomac RiverB Rappahannock RiverC Dismal SwampD York River
Answer:
C
Christopher Columbus called the people he encountered “Indians”because —F he thought he was in North AmericaG he thought he was in the IndiesH he thought he was in JamestownJ he thought he was in Africa
Answer:
G
Which language was spoken by American Indians who lived near theChesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean?A AlgonquianB IroquoianC SiouanD Cherokee
Answer:
A
Tidewater Region is to Algonquian as Piedmont is to —A AlgonquianB SiouanC CherokeeD Iroquoian
Answer:
B
Algonquian is to Powhatan as Siouan is to —F MonacanG PiedmontH CherokeeJ Chesapeake
Answer:
F
The American Indians who lived in the southwestern part of Virginiamost likely spoke which language?A CherokeeB IroquoianC AlgonquianD Siouan
Answer:
B
If the Monacan Indians wanted to visit members of the Powhatan tribe,in which direction would they have traveled?F EastG SouthH WestJ North
Answer:
F
Virginia’s American Indians left evidence of their presence in all regionsof Virginia. What kind of evidence did they leave?A Nuts and berriesB Canoes and paddlesC Teepees and villagesD Arrowheads and pottery
Answer:
D
Which item is least likely to be an Indian artifact?F PotteryG Stone toolH ArrowheadJ Journal
Answer:
J
Which tribe in the Piedmont region spoke the Siouan language?A Nansemond tribeB Cherokee tribeC Powhatan tribeD Monacan tribe
Answer:
D
Which of the following best describes Virginia's climate?F Cold with three separate seasonsG Hot with four separate seasonsH Mild with four separate seasonsJ Dry with two separate seasons
Answer:
H
How did Virginia's American Indians interact with their environment tomeet their food needs in the winter months?A They harvested crops.B They grew crops.C They fished and picked berries.D They hunted birds and animals.
Answer:
D
How many American Indian tribes in Virginia are recognized by theCommonwealth of Virginia?A 15B 10C 8D 0
Answer:
C
Which tribe from the list of state−recognized tribes is located in thePiedmont region?A Monacan TribeB Upper Mattaponi TribeC Nansemond TribeD Chickahominy Tribe
Answer:
A
Which of the following is not a state−recognized tribe in theCommonwealth of Virginia?F Mattaponi TribeG Rappahannock TribeH Pamunkey TribeJ Cherokee Tribe
Answer:
J
How did Virginia's American Indians interact with their environment tomeet their food needs in the summer months?F They harvested crops.G They fished and picked berries.H They hunted birds and animals.J They grew crops.
Answer:
J
How did Virginia's American Indians interact with their environment tomeet their food needs in the spring?A They grew crops.B They harvested crops.C They fished and picked berries.D They lived on stored food from the fall.
Answer:
C
How did Virginia's American Indians interact with their environment tomeet their food needs in the fall?F They lived on stored food.G They grew crops.H They fished and picked berries.J They harvested crops.
Answer:
J
Which season is most likely shown in the picture above?A WinterB FallC SummerD Spring
Answer:
D
The picture above shows a Powhatan house. What did the AmericanIndians use to make this shelter?F Materials around themG Trees shipped from EnglandH Grass mats sent from CanadaJ Items bought from settlers
Answer:
F
How many American Indian tribes in Virginia are recognized by theCommonwealth of Virginia?A 15B 10C 8D 0
Answer:
C
During which season were the Powhatan people most likely to grow corn,beans, and squash?A FallB SpringC WinterD Summer
Answer:
D
Which tribe from the list of state−recognized tribes is located in thePiedmont region?A Monacan TribeB Upper Mattaponi TribeC Nansemond TribeD Chickahominy Tribe
Answer:
A
All of the following are ways in which the American Indians adapted totheir environment EXCEPT —F Using a copper pot made by the EnglishG Building shelter from materials around themH Using animal skins for clothingJ Fishing and picking berries for food
Answer:
F
Which of the following statements is not true?A Native peoples used animal skins for clothing in the winter.B Native peoples of the past farmed, hunted, and fished.C Native peoples made homes using natural resources.D Native peoples relied heavily on the English settlers for help.
Answer:
D
American Indian artifacts are important to Virginia’s early historybecause they provide —F maps that show how to find land that has not yet been discoveredG ideas for how to improve the ships that are built todayH information about better ways for today's farmers to grow cropsJ clues about the early interactions of the English, Africans, and Indians
Answer:
J
Which of the following is not a state−recognized tribe in theCommonwealth of Virginia?F Mattaponi TribeG Rappahannock TribeH Pamunkey TribeJ Cherokee Tribe
Answer:
J
What was the name of the large Indian town used as the headquarters ofthe leader Powhatan in 1607?A WerowocomocoB JamestownC RoanokeD Nansemond
Answer:
A
How do archaeologists help people understand the past?F They paint pictures of what they think might have been in the area.G They talk to the people who lived during the time period being studied.H They research information in encyclopedias and dictionaries.J They study many types of material evidence left from people of the past.
Answer:
J
Which tribe from the list of state−recognized tribes is located in thePiedmont region?A Monacan TribeB Upper Mattaponi TribeC Nansemond TribeD Chickahominy Tribe
Answer:
A
How long ago did American Indian people first live in Virginia?F Millions of years agoG Ninety years agoH Hundreds of years agoJ Thousands of years ago
Answer:
J
How many American Indian tribes in Virginia are recognized by theCommonwealth of Virginia?A 15B 10C 8D 0
Answer:
C
Which of the following is not a state−recognized tribe in theCommonwealth of Virginia?F Mattaponi TribeG Rappahannock TribeH Pamunkey TribeJ Cherokee Tribe
Answer:
J
In which order did Virginia’s government evolve?A General Assembly, House of Burgesses, Virginia General AssemblyB Virginia General Assembly, General Assembly, House of BurgessesC House of Burgesses, Virginia General Assembly, General AssemblyD General Assembly, Virginia General Assembly, House of Burgesses
Answer:
A
Which region of Virginia was first settled by Europeans?A Appalachian PlateauB Coastal Plain (Tidewater)C PiedmontD Valley and Ridge
Answer:
B
England wanted to establish colonies in Virginia in the 1600s to —F sell England's raw materialsG start a new religionH trade with American IndiansJ increase its power and wealth
Answer:
J
Which of the following is not a reason for England to establish a colonyin Virginia?A The English hoped to find gold and silver in Virginia.B England wanted to increase its wealth and power.C The colony could send raw materials to England.D The king of England wanted to live in America.
Answer:
D
In the 1600s, a colony in North America would provide England with —F coal that England would use to trade with other countriesG raw materials that could not be grown or obtained in EnglandH American Indians who could work in EnglandJ a new food supply that would provide England with fruit
Answer:
G
Jamestown was settled primarily as a(n) —A agriculture experimentB religious opportunityC community projectD economic venture
Answer:
D
What did England hope to find in America?F Food and fursG Slaves and tobaccoH Silver and goldJ Tobacco and cotton
Answer:
H
Which of the following best replaces the question mark?A The charters gave the Virginia Company the right to establish a settlement inIndia.B The charters gave the Virginia Company the right to establish a settlement inEurope.C The charters gave the Virginia Company the right to establish a settlement inNorth America.D The charters gave the Virginia Company the right to establish a settlement inAfrica.
Cause
King James I grants charters to the Virginia Company of London.
Effect
?
Answer:
C
The House of Burgesses became the —F Virginia Company of LondonG Virginia General AssemblyH General AssemblyJ Governor's Council
Answer:
G
In which order did Virginia’s government evolve?A General Assembly, House of Burgesses, Virginia General AssemblyB Virginia General Assembly, General Assembly, House of BurgessesC House of Burgesses, Virginia General Assembly, General AssemblyD General Assembly, Virginia General Assembly, House of Burgesses
Answer:
A
Which statement describes Jamestown's location in 1607?F Jamestown was located on a narrow peninsula bordered on three sides bythe James River.G Jamestown was located on an island in the James River.H Jamestown was located on a peninsula bordered on two sides by the JamesRiver.J Jamestown was bordered on one side by the James River.
Answer:
F
Which statement describes Jamestown's location today?A Jamestown is bordered by the James River and the York River.B Jamestown borders the James River on one side.C Jamestown is located on a peninsula near the James River.D Jamestown is located on an island in the James River.
Answer:
D
The English chose to settle at Jamestown because —F Chief Powhatan gave the land to the English colonistsG they believed they had a good supply of drinking waterH the water was too shallow for ships to attack the colonyJ they found gold and silver buried near the shore of the James River
Answer:
G
Which of the following was not a reason why the English settled atJamestown?A The location could be easily defended if Spanish ships attacked.B They believed they had a good supply of drinking water.C They found tobacco growing along its shores.D The water along the shore was deep enough for ships to dock.
Answer:
C
Why was it important for King James to grant the charters to the VirginiaCompany of London?A John Smith was allowed to take control of the land settled in the Coastal Plain(Tidewater) Region.B The charters made all of the settlers in the Coastal Plain (Tidewater Region)rich and powerful.C The charters allowed the Spanish to become more rich and powerful.D The charters gave the Virginia Company the right to establish a settlement inNorth America.
Answer:
D
The charters of the Virginia Company of London stated that the companycould —F visit King James I and the British Parliament whenever it wantedG establish a settlement in North America and it extended English rights to thesettlersH travel worldwide and claim lands for SpainJ establish a settlement in South America and give rights to the people alreadyliving there
Answer:
G
In which order did Virginia’s government evolve?A General Assembly, House of Burgesses, Virginia General AssemblyB Virginia General Assembly, General Assembly, House of BurgessesC House of Burgesses, Virginia General Assembly, General AssemblyD General Assembly, Virginia General Assembly, House of Burgesses
Answer:
A
Virginia’s government evolved in which order?A. House of BurgessesB. Virginia General AssemblyC. General AssemblyF C,B,AG A,B,CH A,C,BJ C,A,B
Answer:
H
What was the first elected legislative body in America called?A The Governer's CouncilB The Virginia Council of BurgessesC The House of BurgessesD The Virginia Company of London
Answer:
C
The House of Burgesses became the —F Virginia Company of LondonG Virginia General AssemblyH General AssemblyJ Governor's Council
Answer:
G
Which legislative body came from the establishment of the House ofBurgesses at Jamestown in 1619?A Governor’s CouncilB British ParliamentC House of DelegatesD Virginia General Assembly
Answer:
D
What is the name of the first elected legislative body in America, givingsettlers the opportunity to control their own government?F British ParliamentG House of DelegatesH House of BurgessesJ Virginia General Assembly
Answer:
H
Additional women arrived in Jamestown in —A 1492B 1619C 1607D 1620
Answer:
D
Which of the following belongs in the empty box?F Arrival of IndiansG Arrival of additional womenH Arrival of the King of EnglandJ Arrival of men
Cause Effect
More families were established and the
colony grew.
Answer:
G
How did African men and women arrive in the Jamestown colony?A They sailed to Jamestown for an adventure and decided to stay.B Portuguese sailors captured them from what is present−day Angola and sentthem to Jamestown.C They were looking for a new place to settle and start families.D They were brought to the settlement by the native peoples.
Answer:
B
Which of the following was not a change that resulted in the survival ofJamestown?F The unsafe drinking waterG The arrival of supply shipsH The forced work program of Captain John SmithJ The emphasis on agriculture
Answer:
F
What change led to the survival of Jamestown?A Building homes on marshy landB Captain John Smith's strong leadershipC A cure for diseases was discoveredD Some settlers died of starvation
Answer:
B
What change resulted in the survival of Jamestown?F Disease spread through the settlement.G Colonists focused on agriculture.H Homes were built on marshy land.J John Smith sailed back to England.
Answer:
G
Which of the following led to the survival of Jamestown?A The Indians ate corn and beans.B Colonists moved into the native peoples' homes.C Settlers began drinking salty water.D Supply ships arrived.
Answer:
D
All of the following were hardships faced by the Jamestown colonistsEXCEPT —F the site they chose to live on was marshyG the settlers did not know how to read mapsH the men did not have the skills needed to surviveJ many settlers died of starvation and disease
Answer:
G
Which book would have helped the Jamestown colonists survive?A “How to Build a Boat”B “Farming Virginia’s Land”C “Technology for the 20th Century”D “Coal Mining and the Appalachian Plateau”
Answer:
B
Which question would a person most likely ask John Smith in aninterview?F Who was your leader at the Jamestown settlement?G When did you teach the Indians how to farm the land?H Why was life in Jamestown always easy?J How did you get the other colonists to work?
Answer:
J
What did the native peoples mainly trade to the English?A ToolsB FoodC BeadsD Tobacco
Answer:
B
Which of the following was a contribution made by the native peoples tothe settlers of Jamestown?A They helped the settlers build a fort.B They taught the settlers how to sail a ship.C They built houses for the settlers.D They showed the settlers how to plant corn.
Answer:
D
Over time, the native peoples eventually viewed the settlers as —F people who would make their lives easierG tourists who would leave the settlementH friends who would help them fight other tribesJ invaders who would take over their land
Answer:
J
Who began the trading relationship between the Jamestown settlers andthe native peoples?A PocahontasB Captain John SmithC PowhatanD John Rolfe
Answer:
B
Which question would most likely be asked in an interview withPocahontas?F Why did you agree to serve as a contact between the native peoples and the English?G Why did you trade your copper and pots for English tools?H How would you describe the day the English showed you how to plant corn and tobacco?J For how long have you been married to Captain John Smith?
Answer:
F
How did the native peoples help the settlers survive?A They helped the settlers rebuild Jamestown after it was burned.B They allowed the settlers to live in Powhatan's home.C They showed the settlers how to grow corn and tobacco.D They taught the settlers how to get to the James River.
Answer:
C
Which of the following is not a way the native peoples helped thesettlers survive?F The native peoples traded their food to the settlers.G The native peoples taught the settlers survival skills.H The native peoples introduced new crops to the settlers.J The native peoples gave the settlers diseases.
Answer:
J
Which question would most likely be asked in an interview withPowhatan?A When will you be traveling to England?B Do you believe the English will try to take over your land?C Are you going to wear clothes like those of the English King?D Do you have a sailing ship that is larger than the settler's?
Answer:
B
Which region is best known for tobacco products, federal and stategovernment, information technology, farming, and horse industry?F Valley and RidgeG PiedmontH Coastal Plain (Tidewater)J Blue Ridge Mountains
Answer:
G
Abe loves the outdoors and participates in many types of recreation. What region of Virginia is best known for its recreation industry?A Blue Ridge MountainsB Valley and RidgeC Coastal Plain (Tidewater)D Appalachian Mountains
Answer:
A
Which industry is most likely found in the Coastal Plain (Tidewater) region?F TextilesG Coal miningH TourismJ Poultry farming
Answer:
H
The Piedmont region is known best for which product?A ApplesB CoalC TobaccoD Seafood
Answer:
C
These photographs were most likely taken in which region of Virginia?A Coastal Plain (Tidewater)B Appalachian PlateauC PiedmontD Valley and Ridge
Answer:
A
Brandon's father is stationed at a military base. In which region ofVirginia will Brandon most likely attend high school?F Appalachian PlateauG PiedmontH Coastal Plain (Tidewater)J Valley and Ridge
Answer:
H
A tobacco farmer most likely lives in which region of Virginia?A PiedmontB Blue Ridge MountainsC Appalachian PlateauD Valley and Ridge
Answer:
A
Valley and Ridge region is to poultry as Piedmont is to —F tourismG applesH tobaccoJ coal
Answer:
H
Rockfish River Elementary students are taking a field trip to pick apples at an orchard. The students will most likely travel to —A the Piedmont or Blue Ridge Mountains regionB the Valley and Ridge or Blue Ridge Mountains regionC the Valley and Ridge or Appalachian Plateau regionD the Appalachian Plateau or Coastal Plain (Tidewater) region
Answer:
B
Many families in both the Piedmont and the Valley and Ridge regionsearn a living by working in which industry?F Coal miningG FarmingH ShipbuildingJ Textiles
Answer:
G