Question

Select the statements that were true of the Jamestown colony.

Answer 1

Answer:

It was founded to make a profit for the London Company.

The first winter over 50 settlers died of starvation and exposure.

Many men did not act wisely when they first arrived.

Explanation:

It was founded to make a profit for the London Company. (Also called Virginia Company of London)

It was built on the James River.

The colonists arrived in May of 1607.

The first winter over 50 settlers died of starvation and exposure. (about 500 died which is over 50)

Many men did not act wisely when they first arrived. (they were ill-prepared and refused to befriend the Natives)