Exploring the 13 Colonies

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What were the main economic activities in the New England Colonies?

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Shipbuilding and fishing.

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Which colonies are represented by the letter A on the map?

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New England Colonies.

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What was the primary relationship between Native Americans and the colonists in the New England Colonies?

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They traded goods and sometimes had conflicts.

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What were the blue colonies called on the map?

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Middle Colonies.

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What was the main purpose of colonial assemblies?

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To make laws and manage local affairs.

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What geographical features influenced the economy of the New England Colonies?

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Rocky terrain and access to the Atlantic Ocean.

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What role did religion play in the New England Colonies?

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Religion was central to community life and governance, often led by Puritan beliefs.

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How did the climate affect agriculture in the New England Colonies?

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The short growing season limited the types of crops that could be grown.

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What was the significance of the Mayflower Compact?

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It was an early form of self-government and a social contract among the settlers.

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What types of goods were commonly traded between the New England Colonies and Native Americans?

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Furs, tools, and manufactured goods.