Question

1. explain why jamestown the first successful english colony.

Explanation:

Jamestown became the first successful English colony for several reasons. First, the colonists eventually found a cash crop, tobacco, which became profitable and ensured economic stability. Second, the arrival of new supplies and colonists, along with the leadership of John Smith who enforced discipline ("He who does not work, shall not eat"), helped the colony survive the early "starving time." Also, the establishment of the House of Burgesses provided a form of self - government, which boosted the colonists' investment in the colony's success. Relations with Native Americans, though complex, also provided some initial support (like food) and later, as tobacco grew, a labor force (indentured servants and later slaves) was developed.

Answer:

Jamestown was the first successful English colony because: 1. It developed tobacco as a profitable cash crop, ensuring economic viability. 2. Leadership (e.g., John Smith's discipline) and new supplies/colonists helped survive the "starving time." 3. The House of Burgesses established self - government, increasing colonists' investment in the colony. 4. Complex but initially helpful relations with Native Americans (food, later labor for tobacco) and a developing labor force (indentured servants, then slaves) supported its success.