Mid-Atlantic Colonies

The Mid-Atlantic colonial region had more religions than any other region because they were ______.

• rude

• tolerant

• artisans

• farmers

The Mid-Atlantic colonies allowed the MOST different forms of Christianity.

• true

• false

How did the geography of the Mid-Atlantic colonies help settlers earn a living?

• The dense forests provided wood for large ships

• The rich soil allowed farmers to grow large amounts of cash crops.

• The wide, open plains helped settlers track buffalo for food and skins.

• The mines in the area provided blacksmiths with the iron they needed.

Why were the Mid-Atlantic Colonies known as the "Breadbasket" colonies?

• They made lots of baskets

• They grew lots of wheat, barley, and rye for bread making

• They only shipped the breads in baskets.

• Children only went to school to learn about breadbaskets

What kind of people would you most likely find in the Mid-Atlantic colonies?

• artisans

• Puritans

• hunters

• Native Americans

Which of the following jobs would an indentured servant most likely have?

• cutting whale meat

• gathering cash crops

• loading and unloading wheat and grains

• making warm clothing for the cold winters

Why was the Mid-Atlantic region home to the MOST religions and countries?

• They made the most money.

• They were the most tolerant.

• They had the prettiest geography.

• They were the easiest place to live.

There are two reasons that the Mid-Atlantic Colonies were founded. What is one of those reasons?

• to spread Christianity

• to help poor people

• the geography made them great for trade

• to claim more land for England