3.6.6 - Quick Check: The Middle Colonies
Social Studies 8 Q1 / 3. The Early Americas and European Settlement / 3.6. The Middle Colonies
Which are some characteristics of the Middle Colonies? Select all that apply.
(2 points)
Responses
Some colonists were skilled artisans.
They were all established as Royal colonies.
Most colonists settled for religious reasons.
Agriculture was an important industry.
Colonies were ethnically diverse.
Some colonists were skilled artisans.
Agriculture was an important industry.
Colonies were ethnically diverse.
The characteristics of the Middle Colonies include:
- Some colonists were skilled artisans.
- Agriculture was an important industry.
- Colonies were ethnically diverse.
Thus, the correct answers are:
- Some colonists were skilled artisans.
- Agriculture was an important industry.
- Colonies were ethnically diverse.
To answer this question, we need to examine the characteristics of the Middle Colonies. Let's look at each response option and determine whether it is a characteristic of the Middle Colonies or not.
1. Some colonists were skilled artisans.
This statement is true. The Middle Colonies had a diverse population that included skilled artisans such as blacksmiths, woodworkers, and shipbuilders. Many of these colonists had craft skills that contributed to the economy of the region. So, this is a characteristic of the Middle Colonies.
2. They were all established as Royal colonies.
This statement is not true. The Middle Colonies were not all established as Royal colonies. While New York and New Jersey were originally established as proprietary colonies, Pennsylvania and Delaware were founded as charter colonies. So, this statement is not a characteristic of the Middle Colonies.
3. Most colonists settled for religious reasons.
This statement is partially true. While religious reasons were a significant factor in the settlement of some Middle Colonies, such as Pennsylvania (founded by Quakers seeking religious freedom), most colonists in the Middle Colonies settled for economic or political reasons rather than purely religious reasons. So, this statement is not entirely accurate as a characteristic of the Middle Colonies.
4. Agriculture was an important industry.
This statement is true. Agriculture played a crucial role in the economy of the Middle Colonies. The region had fertile soil, which supported the growth of crops like wheat, corn, and oats. The Middle Colonies were known as the "bread colonies" because they produced a large quantity of grain, which was a valuable commodity. So, this is a characteristic of the Middle Colonies.
5. Colonies were ethnically diverse.
This statement is true. The Middle Colonies were known for their diversity. Settlers from different European countries, such as England, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Germany, established colonies in the region. Additionally, the presence of diverse indigenous tribes and African slaves added to the ethnic diversity of the Middle Colonies. So, this is a characteristic of the Middle Colonies.
Based on the analysis above, the correct characteristics of the Middle Colonies are:
- Some colonists were skilled artisans.
- Agriculture was an important industry.
- Colonies were ethnically diverse.
Therefore, the correct responses are the first, fourth, and fifth options.