USA HISTORY

SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732

THE MIDDLE COLONIES NEW YORK DELAWARE NEW JERSEY PENNSYLVANIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The Mid-Atlantic colonies had ____ climate and ____ soil.
A
mild, rich
B
cold, poor
C
hot, rich
D
mild, poor
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The middle colonies had deep, rich soil. The fertile soil was good for farming. These colonies had mild winters and warm summers. The growing season was longer than in New England because there was more sun and lots of rain.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Middle colonies spanned the Mid-Atlantic region of America and were temperate in climate, with warm summers and cold winters. Geography ranged from coastal plains along the coastline, piedmont (rolling hills) in the middle, and mountains farther inland. This area had good coastal harbors for shipping.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Middle Colonies consisted of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. The climate of was mild and the soil proved fertile for farming. Many farmers in the Middle Colonies produced cash crops such as wheat and corn.

Detailed explanation-4: -The southern colonies were made up of mostly coastal plains and piedmont areas. The soil was good for farming and the climate was warm, including hot summers and mild winters. The growing season here was longer than any other region.

Detailed explanation-5: -Because the area is perfect for growing crops such as wheat, corn, and rye, these colonies became to be known as the “Breadbasket Colonies.” Not only did they make money through agriculture, but they also made money through trading goods in the major market towns.

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