WORLD HISTORY

COLONIALISM AND IMPERIALISM

COLONIALISM AND ITS ANALYSIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
These colonies had small farms and were known for wheat production
A
New England
B
Middle
C
Southern
D
California
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Middle colonies had rich soil and a good climate for growing crops. As a result, they were able to produce more food than they could consume. As a result they were able to export wheat and other grains to Europe. The middle colonies became known as “the breadbasket colonies".

Detailed explanation-2: -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-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 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. New York and Philadelphia grew at a fantastic rate.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Middle colonies, like Delaware, New York, and New Jersey, were founded as trade centers, while Pennsylvania was founded as a safe haven for Quakers. The Middle colonies were also called the “Breadbasket colonies” because of their fertile soil, ideal for farming.

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