English Colonies Review Answers - New England Colonies

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Why is farming difficult in New England?

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the soil was rocky and the climate was harsh.

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Which industries were most important to New England’s economy?

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Shipbuilding, fishing, and trade

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If Anika grows vegetables in her backyard mainly to feed her family, what type of farming is this?

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a type of farming where farmers grow food mainly for their own consumption

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How did religion shape New England society?

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It influenced laws, education, and community life.

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Why were schools important in New England?

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they helped ensure that children could read the Bible and participate in religious life.

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Which type of meeting lets people share ideas and help make decisions in their colonial town?

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town meetings

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Why were the Middle Colonies called the “breadbasket colonies”?

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They grew large amounts of wheat and grains.

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Name two major cities in the Middle Colonies known for trade.

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New York and Philadelphia.

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Why were the Middle Colonies more diverse than other regions?

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They had many cultures and religions including Quakers, Dutch, and Germans.

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Can you name the Southern Colonies?

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Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia.