USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Middle Colonies had much fertile soil, which allowed the area to become a major exporter of wheat and other grains. The lumber and shipbuilding industries were also successful in the Middle Colonies because of the abundant forests, and Pennsylvania was moderately successful in the textile and iron industries.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Middle Colonies included New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. This region had rich soil. Farmers raised livestock and grew crops. They sold pork, beef, wheat, and barley (a type of grain) to other colonies.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: Based on the attached image, the Middle Colonies produced the most wheat products. Based on the key, there are five symbols indicating wheat crops in what would be the breadbasket of the colonies: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware.

Detailed explanation-4: -The main cash crops in the middle colonies were grains such as wheat, rye, and oats. Because the middle colonies grew large amounts of grains, they were called “the bread colonies."

Detailed explanation-5: -The middle colonies included Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Delaware. Advantaged by their central location, the middle colonies served as important distribution centers in the English mercantile system.