
Jamestown to Williamsburg
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Courtney Duffey
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Predict all the possible reasons why the capital moved from Jamestown to Williamsburg.
Drinking water in Jamestown was contaminated by seepage of saltwater.
Unhealthy living conditions in Jamestown caused diseases.
Williamsburg was an established town.
Fire destroyed wooden and brick buildings at Jamestown.
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Why was the relocation of Virginia's capital from Jamestown to Williamsburg significant in the history of Virginia?
It marked the end of colonial rule in Virginia.
It helped solve major problems faced by settlers in Jamestown.
It was the first time a capital was moved in American history.
It led to the founding of a new colony.
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The water in Jamestown became
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Multiple Choice
Which ocean did the saltwater come from?
Atlantic Ocean
Pacific Ocean
Indian Ocean
Arctic Ocean
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Which of the following were major reasons for moving the capital from Jamestown to Williamsburg?
Contaminated drinking water
Unhealthy living conditions
Frequent fires
All of the above
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What was one advantage of moving the capital to Williamsburg?
It was an established town
It was closer to the ocean
It had fewer trees
It was farther from England
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Which of the following was NOT a reason for the relocation of Virginia's capital from Jamestown to Williamsburg?
Drinking water in Jamestown was contaminated by saltwater
Unhealthy living conditions in Jamestown caused disease
Fire destroyed wooden and brick buildings at Jamestown
Jamestown was an established town
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