What materials were used for building homes and structures?
Wood, stone, and clay
How did early settlers get their food?
They hunted, fished, and farmed
What does "urban" mean?
A place in a town or city
Who built the first settlements in the United Kingdom?
The Romans
What was one challenge settlers faced in the Americas?
They had to learn to live in a different area
Why did early settlers need fresh water?
For drinking, cooking, bathing, and irrigation
Why was settling in new lands difficult?
Native peoples had lived there for centuries and would fight for their land and culture
How did the Industrial Revolution affect rural farms?
Machines were invented to work large areas of farmland
What event led to many new settlements in the Americas?
The Europeans' discovery of the Western Hemisphere
Why were livestock such as cattle and sheep important?
They provided food, clothing, and transportation
How did the Industrial Revolution affect urban areas?
It increased urban growth as factories and businesses moved there
Which two European countries had settlements in Canada?
France and Britain
Why did settlers move around and create new settlements?
To find resources or escape hardship
Why was land important for early settlers?
To build homes, grow crops, and raise animals
What is a population?
Everyone living in an area