The English Colony Groups: Geography, Economy, and Society

What was a major reason some English settlers came to America in the 1600s?

• To escape the King’s harsh rule or the Church of England

• To find new spices

• To learn new languages

• To build castles

Who were the Puritans?

• English people who wanted to "purify" the Church of England

• French settlers looking for gold

• Spanish explorers searching for spices

• Native American leaders

What was the main source of wealth in the New England Colonies?

• Fishing, whaling, shipbuilding, and fur trapping

• Mining gold

• Growing cotton

• Trading spices

Which colonies are included in the Middle Colonies?

• New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware

• Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New Hampshire

• Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina

• Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi

What was a common value among Quakers in the Middle Colonies?

• Peace, equality, and simplicity

• War and conquest

• Wealth and power

• Strict discipline

What type of government was common in the Middle Colonies?

• Local government and assemblies

• Monarchy

• Dictatorship

• Military rule

Which colonies are included in the Southern Colonies?

• Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia

• New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware

• Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New Hampshire

• Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana

What were the main cash crops in the Southern Colonies?

• Tobacco, rice, and indigo

• Wheat, rye, and oats

• Apples, oranges, and bananas

• Cotton, corn, and soybeans

What was a social characteristic of the Middle Colonies?

• Social diversity with immigrants from many places

• Strict religious rules for everyone

• Only one language spoken

• No schools for girls

What type of education was most common in the colonies?

• Most schools were informal or at home

• Most schools were large public institutions

• Most schools were only for girls

• Most schools were run by Native Americans