Which of the following statements best characterizes the english colony of roanoke?
a. the colonies failed because settlers wanted to join the indian tribes as missionaries.
b. the settlers became wealthy and returned to england.
c. the settlers enlisted the of the native americans.
d. two attempts to establish colonies at roanoke failed.

1. knighthood able-bodied men who are hired by the vassal for the protection of the lord 2. standing army a call to appear in court 3. subinfeudation group of soldiers ready to do battle 4. summons a man who would give protection to the lord in exchange for land 5. vassal breaking down an already-smaller portion of land in exchange for services and protection