Question

What was a primary challenge faced by the Jamestown colonists during the first few years? (1 point)

They chose an unsecure location, making it easy for the Spanish to find them.
They lacked knowledge about the land and how to use their environment to survive.
They faced fierce trading competition from the French and Dutch.
All of the crops they grew had to be shipped back to King James in England.

Answer 1

They lacked knowledge about the land and how to use their environment to survive.

Answer 2

They lacked knowledge about the land and how to use their environment to survive is the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

Colony of James town first permanent colony in north america and was founded in 1607. It served as the capital of Virginia for eighty years. The charter to establish the colony was given by King James first of England. He financed an expedition of 144 men to travel on three ships and establish a colony in Americas.

The situation at the colony improved when captain John smith became the president of the colony, he was an experienced seamen and soldier. His leadership helped the colony to survive. He forced everyone to work and made a rule that those who don't work wont get food. He made this rule because many most of the settlers were sitting idle and expected others to work. They also lacked necessary skills to survive in the new environment. Later captain smith asked Virginia company to send skilled workers.