SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732
THE MIDDLE COLONIES NEW YORK DELAWARE NEW JERSEY PENNSYLVANIA
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fertile soil and a mild climate
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a flat landscape and mild winters
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a large supply of cheap labor
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a diversity of livestock and plentiful sunshine
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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: -Climate and Geography This area had good coastal harbors for shipping. Climate and land were ideal for agriculture. These colonies were known as the “breadbasket” because of the large amounts of barley, wheat, oats, and rye that were grown here.
Detailed explanation-3: -In addition to fertile farmland, the natural resources of the Middle colonies included iron ore and wood from the forests. Factories produced iron goods, paper, and textiles. Like the grain, these products were used in the colonies as well as shipped to England. Shipbuilding was important as well.
Detailed explanation-4: -The factor that contributed to the diversity of the Middle Colonies was that the settlers came from different countries/ parts of the world. The settlers came from countries such as England, France, the Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, and Portugal.