Colonial America: Economy and Society

What is a colony?

• A piece of land owned by a single person.

• A country that has gained independence from another nation.

• Land under the political control of another country, occupied by its settlers.

• A group of people who travel together to explore new lands.

What was a significant challenge for farming in the New England Colonies?

• Too much rainfall and flooding.

• Extremely fertile soil that grew too many weeds.

• Rocky soil and harsh winters with short growing seasons.

• Lack of available land due to dense forests.

Which of the following were major industries in the New England Colonies, benefiting from their geography?

• Cotton farming and cattle ranching.

• Mining for gold and silver.

• Fishing, whaling, and shipbuilding.

• Growing tobacco and sugar cane.

In the Triangular Trade, what product was often shipped from the Caribbean to New England to be processed?

• Cotton

• Tobacco

• Molasses and sugarcane

• Tea leaves

What document established self-government in the New England Colonies upon the arrival of the Pilgrims?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Constitution

• The Mayflower Compact

• The Bill of Rights

Which nickname was given to the Middle Colonies due to their significant production of wheat and oats?

• The Tobacco Belt

• The Breadbasket

• The Iron Forge

• The Timberland

What was a key characteristic of the Middle Colonies regarding religion?

• Strict adherence to Puritanism

• Limited religious freedom and diversity

• Greater diversity in people and religions

• Only allowed the Anglican faith

For what primary reason did William Penn establish the colony of Pennsylvania?

• To create a military outpost against Native Americans

• To establish a profitable fur trading hub

• As a land for religious freedom, especially for Quakers

• To grow cash crops like tobacco and cotton

What was the primary economic activity in the Southern Colonies, heavily relying on cash crops like tobacco, cotton, and rice?

• Shipbuilding and logging

• Textile manufacturing

• Agriculture

• Iron ore mining

Which religious faith was most prominent in the Southern Colonies and known for its tolerance of other religions?

• Puritanism

• Quakerism

• Catholicism

• Anglican Faith