US/VA Module 2 Lesson 3

Open Ended

What have you found to be the most difficult thing about class so far?

Open Ended

How do you think the blend of freedom, political involvement, and social diversity in the Middle Colonies might have influenced life for settlers there?

Multiple Choice

Why were the Middle Colonies considered unique compared to other colonial regions in early America?

• Because of their religious diversity and tolerance

• Because they were the largest colonies

• Because they had the most powerful military

• Because they were the first colonies established

Multiple Choice

Which European country originally claimed the land that became New York, and what was it called?

• The Netherlands, New Amsterdam

• France, New Orleans

• Spain, New Granada

• England, New London

Fill in the Blanks

New Jersey was formed when New York was split in

by James II.

Multiple Select

Which of the following beliefs were held by the Quakers?

• Equality of men and women

• Non-violence

• Spiritual autonomy

• Belief in religious authority of the king

Open Ended

What was William Penn's vision for Pennsylvania, and how did it influence the colony's development?

Multiple Choice

Why did Delaware split from Pennsylvania, and what principles did it maintain after the split?

• Governance issues with the Pennsylvania assembly; maintained similar principles as Pennsylvania

• Religious conflict; adopted different principles

• Economic reasons; became a royal colony

• Pressure from England; became a military outpost

Multiple Choice

Which of the following religious groups was NOT mentioned as being present in the Middle Colonies?

• Quakers

• Catholics

• Puritans

• Jews

Open Ended

How was the social structure in the Middle Colonies set up?

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about social classes in the Middle Colonies are correct?

• Indentured servants worked for several years in exchange for passage to America.

• The class system was more rigid than in other colonial regions.

• Enslaved Africans were present, especially in commercial areas.

• Ethnic and religious diversity shaped social interactions.

Fill in the Blanks

Quaker schools in Pennsylvania were open to children of all backgrounds, including

and different faiths.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the political structure of Pennsylvania under William Penn?

• A monarchy with no elected assembly

• A proprietary colony with democratic principles and an elected assembly

• A military dictatorship

• A colony with no religious freedom

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes how political power was distributed in New York and New Jersey during colonial times?

• It was equally shared among all colonists.

• It was mainly held by wealthy landowners and merchants.

• It was controlled by elected officials only.

• It was given to religious leaders.

Fill in the Blanks

The Middle Colonies' legacy includes an emphasis on trade, education, and

participation.

Multiple Choice

What were the Middle Colonies known for during colonial times?

• Religious diversity and tolerance

• Strict religious uniformity

• Economic isolation

• Lack of political involvement