Colonial Regions

A country or territory controlled fully or partially by another country could be called a

• riot

• colony

• compact

• state

What's the difference between indentured servitude and slavery?

• Becoming an indentured servant was a choice for some people

• Slavery in North America was based on race, while indentured servitude was not

• All of these are distinctions between indentured servitude and slavery

• Indentured servants served for a set period of time while slavery was usually for life

A geographical area sharing certain similar characteristics like physical environment, climate, and resources could be called a

• reservation

• colony

• hemisphere

• region

Which of the following is NOT considered one of the colonial regions in North America?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Western Colonies

• Southern Colonies

Which of the following were benefits provided to New Englanders by the Atlantic Ocean?

• Whaling

• Trade & Travel

• Food

• All of the Above

Which colonial region had rocky soil and a short growing season?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

• Backcountry

Farmers who usually just grow enough food for themselves and their families are known as

• Factory farmers

• Urban farmers

• Subsistence farmers

• Hobby farmers

The waters off the coast of which colonial region were some of the world's best fishing grounds?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

• Backcountry

What was the center of life for people living in New England?

• School

• Work

• Church

• Theater

Which colonial region had the FEWEST slaves?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

• Backcountry