(1) Explain when and why the Europeans first immigrated to America.
(2) Where did the Europeans settle after immigrating to America?
(3) What challenges did the Europeans face after immigrating to America?
Cite your resources.
(1) Europeans first immigrated to America in the early 17th century, primarily for economic and religious reasons. The English, French, Dutch, and Spanish were among the first to arrive, seeking to establish colonies and trading posts.
(2) After immigrating to America, Europeans settled primarily along the eastern coast of the continent, from present-day Canada to Florida. The English established the first permanent colonies in Jamestown, Virginia in 1607 and Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1620.
(3) After immigrating to America, Europeans faced a number of challenges, including unfamiliar climates, diseases, and hostile Native American tribes. They also had to contend with the lack of resources and the difficulty of establishing a new society in a foreign land.
Sources:
1. "European Immigration to America: The First Immigrants." History.com, A&E Television Networks, www.history.com/topics/immigration/european-immigration-to-america.
2. "Colonization of America." Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, Inc., www.britannica.com/topic/colonization-of-America.
3. "Colonization of the Americas." Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 8 June 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonization_of_the_Americas.