The following statements about the settlement of the English colonies in North America are accurate:
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The Jamestown colony almost failed because the settlers were unprepared to farm, hunt, or build permanent shelters. - This is correct, as many of the early settlers struggled with these essential skills.
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William Brewster and William Bradford saw North America as a land where they could practice their religion without interference. - This is accurate, as they were among the Pilgrims who sought religious freedom.
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The Puritans settled most of the region that is now called New England. - This statement is also correct, as Puritans established many of the early settlements in that region.
The following statements are not accurate:
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John Rolfe helped the Jamestown colony survive by teaching the colonists how to grow maize. - While John Rolfe is known for introducing tobacco cultivation, he did not teach them how to grow maize.
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Soon after Captain John Smith returned to England, Jamestown became prosperous and grew quickly. - This statement is misleading; while Jamestown did eventually grow prosperous, it faced significant challenges before reaching that point after Smith's departure.
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