Significant Individuals of the Middle Colonies

The video discusses key figures in the development of the middle colonies, including Peter Stuyvesant, the Duke of York, Lord John Berkeley, Sir George Carteret, and William Penn. Each played a significant role in shaping the colonies through leadership, land distribution, and promoting religious freedom. Their contributions led to the establishment of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, with notable achievements like the founding of Philadelphia.

What was one of Peter Stuyvesant's methods for establishing order in New Amsterdam?

• Expanding the colony's borders

• Building new schools

• Implementing strict new laws

• Encouraging trade with Native Americans

Which territory was renamed in honor of the Duke of York?

• New Jersey

• Delaware

• Pennsylvania

• New York

Who was responsible for splitting New Jersey into East and West Jersey?

• William Penn

• Lord John Berkeley

• Peter Stuyvesant

• Sir George Carteret

What was the original name William Penn wanted for Pennsylvania?

• Penn's Land

• Quaker State

• Sylvania

• New Sylvania

What was one of William Penn's significant contributions to Pennsylvania?

• Creating a new form of government

• Expanding the colony's territory

• Establishing a new currency

• Planning and building Philadelphia