New England Colonies

Which state was NOT a part of the New England colonies?

• Connecticut

• Rhode Island

• Georgia

• New Hampshire

Much of the land in the New England territory was mountainous and covered with

• grassy meadows

• hills

• vast plains

• thick forests

The soil in this region was good for crops.

• True

• False

The summers in this region are long and mild.

• True

• False

Why did the colonists move to America?

• To see their families

• To seek religious freedom

• to find food

Why did the American Indian tribes struggle against the colonists?

• Disease spread amongst the tribes

• There were food shortages

• They couldn't compete with the colonists weapons

• All of the Above

The Puritans left England because they didn't agree with the teachings of the...

• Church of Ireland

• Church of England

• Church of Britain

• Church of London

The Puritan's settlement was called...

• Virginia

• Jamestown

• Massachusetts Bay

• Plymouth

Why was farming difficult in New England? (choose 2)

• very dry

• cool climate

• rocky soil

• hot climate

Which are exports of the New England Colonies? (choose all that apply)

• animal furs

• ships

• fruit

• whale oil