New Jersey History and Culture

The video introduces the colony of New Jersey, highlighting its political and religious freedom, fertile farmland, and diverse population. It discusses the colony's agricultural success, known as the 'bread basket,' and its ability to trade surplus crops. New Jersey is portrayed as a haven for those seeking religious freedom, with Quakerism being the most widespread religion. The colony's history is traced from Dutch to British control, and its economic reliance on agriculture and trade is emphasized. The video concludes with New Jersey's fair treatment of Native Americans and its role as a winter headquarters for George Washington.

What is New Jersey known for in terms of political and religious aspects?

• Political and religious freedom

• Political instability

• Lack of farmland

• Strict religious practices

Why is New Jersey referred to as the 'bread basket'?

• It grows a large amount of grain, rice, and barley

• It has the largest bakeries

• It produces a lot of bread

• It imports grains from other colonies

Which religion is most widespread in New Jersey despite its religious tolerance?

• Catholicism

• Puritanism

• Judaism

• Quakerism

What advantage does New Jersey have as a middle colony?

• It has no religious freedom

• It is isolated from other colonies

• It combines benefits of both northern and southern colonies

• It has the longest winters

Who originally claimed New Jersey before it became British property?

• The French

• The Spanish

• The Portuguese

• The Dutch

When did New Jersey become a British royal province?

• 1787

• 1702

• 1800

• 1618

What is a key economic activity in New Jersey?

• Mining

• Manufacturing

• Agriculture

• Fishing

How did Quakers in New Jersey view hard work?

• As a way to gain a positive light in God's eyes

• As a means to gain wealth

• As unnecessary

• As a punishment

How did New Jersey treat Native Americans compared to the north?

• They were treated fairly and paid for their land

• They were forced to leave

• They were ignored

• They were treated poorly

What role did New Jersey play during George Washington's time?

• It was a neutral zone

• It was a battleground

• It was a trading post

• It was a winter headquarters