Early English colonization — period?
17th century efforts to settle North America.
European exploration — onset?
Begun in the 15th century by European nations.
Jamestown — foundation year?
1607, by Virginia Company for profit.
English colonization — main motive?
Territorial expansion and economic opportunities.
17th century colonization — timeframe?
1600s, after European exploration era.
Challenges faced by early colonies?
Harsh environments, hostile tribes, lack of skills.
Economic success — example?
Cultivation of tobacco as a cash crop.
Roanoke Island — outcome?
Failed colony, known as 'the lost colony'.
Plymouth colony — key motive?
Religious freedom for Puritans.
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