Geography & Economy
Fill in the blank: The Middle colonies are sometimes called the ______ of British North America.
breadbasket
Which religious group was prominent in the Middle Colonies?
the Quakers
Who founded the colony of Pennsylvania?
William Penn
The culture of the Middle Colonies was quite __________.
diverse
Name 2 things that created a long growing season in the Middle Colonies.
Rain/precipitation, fertile soil, warm climate
Fill in the blank: Quakers are famous for _________ with indigenous people.
wanting peace, equality, and no violence
Name 2 states that were once part of the Middle colonies.
New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware
Which 2 other religious groups, besides the Quakers, lived simple and honest lives.
Amish and Mennonites
Which 2 cities in the Middle Colonies grew into major trade centers?
New York and Philadelphia
What happened to the religious groups that had different views from the Church of England?
They were treated poorly or imprisoned.
Who was the Quaker that helped establish laws and schools throughout the colony?
William Penn
What are entrepreneurs?
People who create new, self-made businesses in trade and industry.
Name 1 natural resource that helped boost the economy.
Iron ore, wood
New York City, New Jersey, and Connecticut were originally a colony called ______________.
New Netherland
List 2 characteristics of people in the Middle Colonies.