Colonization of the 13 Colonies

Which of the following is NOT a reason Europeans explored the New World in the Age of Discovery?

• Claim new land

• Find a quick route to Asia

• Spread Democracy

• Gain riches such as gold and silver

The New England colonies were known for all of the following characteristics EXCEPT:

• Large Plantations

• Fishing

• Cold Climate

• Timber

The Middle colonies were known for all of the following characteristics EXCEPT:

• Iron mining/Tool making

• Slavery

• Growth of crops to eat (Breadbasket)

• Diverse populations

The Southern colonies were known for all of the following characteristics EXCEPT:

• Long growing seasons

• Large Plantations

• Use of slaves and indentured servants

• Manufacturing of Goods

Many people left Massachusetts to form new colonies in New England because

• they were seeking better economic opportunities

• they were afraid of Native American attacks

• they were seeking more religious tolerance (freedom)

• they disagreed with slavery in Massachusetts

What caused the rise of population of slaves in the colonies?

• the economic needs (free labor) to work the southern plantations

• the need for indentured servitude in the middle colonies region

• the need for free labor to sail the ships along the triangle trade routes

• the economic needs (free labor) to work the southern manufacturing (factories).

Why did the Puritans come to America?

• For religious freedom.

• Searching for better farmland.

• Looking for gold.

• To grow tobacco.

Why did the Jamestown settlers come to America?

• For religious freedom.

• Searching for better farmland.

• Looking for gold, wealth, land.

• To escape from the King of England.

Which colonial region had rich soil, mild climate, and a long growing season?

• New England

• Middle

• Southern

• Ohio River Valley

Which colonial region had rocky soil, rich ocean waters, and harbors for large ships?

• New England

• Middle

• Southern

• Ohio River Valley