The painting The Coronation of Powhatan depicts a ceremonial crowning of the Chief of the Powhatan by English settlers in 1608. At the same time, the Powhatan were given many gifts by the English settlers. What was the MOST
likely purpose of these gestures by the English colonists?
A)
B)
The colonists wanted to study the Powhatan for the purpose of
understanding their culture.
The colonists wanted to submit to the rule of the Powhatan and be
adopted into their tribe
The colonists wanted to start a conflict with the Powhatan so that they
could take their resources
Colonists realized that friendship with the Powhatan was important for the
survival of the settlements.
D)