Interpretations of Virginia's Role in Exploration and Expansion

History
GCSE / Year 10 / Grade 8
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~10 mins
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This worksheet explores different interpretations of Virginia's significance in exploration and expansion, encouraging students to compare, explain, and evaluate historian perspectives.

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Interpretations of Virginia's Role in Exploration and Expansion

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Interpretations of Virginia's Role in Exploration and Expansion

Historian A: John Smith – Economic Perspective

'Virginia was a vital economic asset, providing raw materials and new markets that fueled England’s growth. The colony’s resources, such as tobacco, created immense wealth and laid the foundation for future expansion.'

Historian B: Laura Carter – Social Perspective

'Virginia’s significance lay in its role in shaping social structures and cultural exchanges. The colony became a melting pot of different peoples, which influenced English society and contributed to social change back home.'

1.
Summarize each historian's view on Virginia's importance in exploration and expansion.
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the reasons why the two historians have different views on Virginia's role.
[4 marks]
3.
Evaluate which interpretation is more convincing in explaining Virginia's overall importance. Justify your answer.
[6 marks]
4.
Outline the key differences between the two historians’ perspectives.
[3 marks]
5.
Explain why understanding different historian perspectives helps us learn more about Virginia’s role in expansion.
[4 marks]

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1/1/2026
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