What role did John Smith play in New England?
He was a Governor
He was an explorer and mapper
He was a soldier
He was a fisherman
Answer
John Smith was an explorer and mapper who played a significant role in the colonization of New England. In 1607, he led the first English settlement in Virginia, Jamestown, where he served as president of the colony for two years. He was instrumental in helping the colony survive its difficult early years, and he also explored the surrounding area, mapping the coastline and identifying potential sources of food and trade.
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