Climate and Geography= Economic Activity

Which physical characteristics made these economic activities possible?

• tall mountains, a long shoreline, and fertile soil

• a temperate climate, vast grasslands, and plentiful lakes

• dense forests, natural harbors, and swift rivers

• natural harbors, an arid climate, and rocky soil

Boston, New York and New Orleans were both founded as -

• port cities

• farming communities

• industrial centers

• military outposts

How did geography influence the early economic development of New York, Boston, and Charleston?

• long coastlines offered abundant natural resources

• proximity to flooding rivers limited development

• natural harbors provided access to markets

• extreme climates limited productive activity

Which characteristic is correctly matched with a number on the table?

• 1. indigo

• 2. moderate

• 3. rocky soil

• 4. ships

Which American colony's economy was based primarily on shipbuilding and fishing?

• Virginia

• Maryland

• Georgia

• Massachusetts

Which region had long hot summers and fertile soil?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

Which region has long coastlines?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

Which region's economy was based on shipbuilding and fishing?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

Which region's economy was agricultural cash crops?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

Which region's economy was based on the demand of slave labor?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies