History of New Jersey Settlements

New Jersey was established in 1664 as a royal gift from James, Duke of York, to Lord Berkeley and Sir George Carteret. The land was named New Jersey in honor of Carteret's defense of Jersey during the English Civil War. The territory was divided into East and West Jersey, with East Jersey developing more rapidly. The cultural divide between North and South Jersey today reflects this historical division. The video is produced by Kean University and the New Jersey Historical Commission.

Who was responsible for granting the land that became New Jersey?

• James, Duke of York

• King Charles II

• Sir George Carteret

• Lord Berkeley

What was the reason behind naming the land 'New Jersey'?

• In honor of King Charles II

• Due to its geographical location

• In honor of Carteret's defense of Jersey

• Because of its new settlements

Which area of New Jersey was settled more rapidly?

• East Jersey

• South Jersey

• North Jersey

• West Jersey

Which group joined the settlers in West Jersey in the 1670s?

• Pilgrims

• Quakers

• Catholics

• Puritans

What does the historical division of New Jersey correspond to today?

• The political divide

• The economic divide

• The geographical divide

• The cultural divide