First Nations of Virginia:
Examining Documents, Past and Present
By Pamela McFaden Lobb

General Discussion: Questions

1. In Virginia today, what criteria is used for state recognition of a First Nation?
2. Name at least three First Nations now recognized by Virginia.
3. In 1607, the Virginia colony encountered a powerful Algonquian Indian leader by what name?
4. Matoaka is better known by what nickname?
5. What is a werowance?
6. In 1607, how many tribes did Powhatan rule?
7. Who authored writings about 16th century life in Virginia and North Carolina? Name at least one.
8. What was the population of the Virginia area before Jamestown was established?
9. Name at least three food staples of First Nations people in Virginia and North Carolina.
10. In 1622, what important event happened in Virginia and North Carolina?
11. The Virginia colony made treaties with local First Nations in what years?
12. What is the VCI?

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