The 13 Original Colonies Quiz

Which region was known for its harsh winters and rocky soil, making farming difficult?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

Which of the following colonies was NOT one of the Southern Colonies?

• Virginia

• Maryland

• New York

What was a major economic activity in the Middle Colonies?

• Tobacco farming

• Shipbuilding

• Wheat farming

Which colony was originally founded for religious freedom for Quakers?

• Pennsylvania

• Massachusetts

• Georgia

What type of climate did the Southern Colonies enjoy?

• Warm and humid

• Cold and snowy

• Mild and rainy

Which of the following was a primary reason for the establishment of the Massachusetts Bay Colony?

• To find gold

• For religious freedom

• To trade furs

What was a significant resource in the New England Colonies?

• Cotton

• Timber

• Tobacco

Which of the following colonies was known for its tolerance of different religions and ethnic groups?

• South Carolina

• New Hampshire

• New York

In which region were the economies largely based on plantations?

• New England Colonies

• Middle Colonies

• Southern Colonies

Which colony was the last of the 13 original colonies to be established?

• Georgia

• Delaware

• North Carolina