‘Black Sam’ and ‘Blackbeard’ (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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What years marked the 'Golden Age' of piracy?
What years marked the 'Golden Age' of piracy?
1715 to 1725
How many ships were captured or destroyed during the Golden Age of piracy?
How many ships were captured or destroyed during the Golden Age of piracy?
Over 2,400 ships
What was a major economic impact of piracy on British American trade?
What was a major economic impact of piracy on British American trade?
Insurance costs increased dramatically
How many ships did 'Black Sam' Bellamy target during his piracy career?
How many ships did 'Black Sam' Bellamy target during his piracy career?
Over 50 ships
What was the name of 'Black Sam' Bellamy's flagship?
What was the name of 'Black Sam' Bellamy's flagship?
Whydah
When and how did 'Black Sam' Bellamy die?
When and how did 'Black Sam' Bellamy die?
May 1717, in a storm
What nickname did Bellamy's crew give him?
What nickname did Bellamy's crew give him?
'Robin Hood'
When did Edward Teach join Captain Hornigold's pirate crew?
When did Edward Teach join Captain Hornigold's pirate crew?
1713
What was the name of Blackbeard's most famous vessel?
What was the name of Blackbeard's most famous vessel?
Queen Anne's Revenge
What intimidation tactic did Blackbeard use during battles?
What intimidation tactic did Blackbeard use during battles?
Set his hair and beard on fire
When was Blackbeard killed by the Royal Navy?
When was Blackbeard killed by the Royal Navy?
November 1718
What major port did Blackbeard blockade?
What major port did Blackbeard blockade?
Charleston harbour