Which are some characteristics of the middle colonies? Select all that apply
Some colonies were skilled artisans
They were all established as royal colonies
Most colonist settled for religious reasons
Agriculture was an important industry
Colonies were ethnically diverse
Some colonies were skilled artisans
Agriculture was an important industry
Colonies were ethnically diverse
Which was one similarity between the Middle Colonies and the New England Colonies? (1 point) Responses Both used a large number of slaves for their industries. Both used a large number of slaves for their industries. Both had some groups that sought religious freedom. Both had some groups that sought religious freedom. Both relied heavily on fishing industries. Both relied heavily on fishing industries. Both were ethnically diverse.
Both had some groups that sought religious freedom
How was life similar for colonists across the Middle Colonies? (1 point) Responses Households were largely self-sufficient. Households were largely self-sufficient. Housing structures across the colonies were similar. Housing structures across the colonies were similar. They all practiced the same religion. They all practiced the same religion. They all settled solely for economic reasons. They all settled solely for economic reasons.
Households were largely self-sufficient.
Which of the following correctly used the Product Rule of Exponents to simplify the expression 1008⋅1007 ?(1 point) Responses 10,00015 10,000 superscript 15 baseline 10056 100 superscript 56 baseline 10015 100 superscript 15 baseline 20015
100 superscript 15 baseline
Find the numerical equivalent of 102 ⋅103 (1 point) Responses 10 10 105 10 superscript 5 baseline 1,100 1,100 100,000
10,000
To determine which characteristics apply to the middle colonies, we can examine each option individually:
1. Some colonies were skilled artisans: This statement is true. The middle colonies had a diverse economy that included skilled artisans who worked in trades such as blacksmithing, carpentry, and silversmithing.
2. They were all established as royal colonies: This statement is false. While some middle colonies, such as New York and New Jersey, were originally established as royal colonies, others, like Pennsylvania and Delaware, were founded as proprietary colonies.
3. Most colonists settled for religious reasons: This statement is partially true. While religious reasons did influence the settlement of some middle colonies, such as Pennsylvania and Maryland, not all colonists specifically settled for religious freedom. Other factors, like economic opportunities, also played a role in attracting settlers.
4. Agriculture was an important industry: This statement is true. The middle colonies had fertile land and a moderate climate, which made agriculture a vital industry. The colonies were known for their grain crops, such as wheat and corn.
5. Colonies were ethnically diverse: This statement is true. The middle colonies had a diverse population composed of various ethnic and religious groups, including English, German, Dutch, Swedish, and Scottish settlers. This diversity contributed to a rich cultural tapestry in the region.
Based on the explanations provided, the correct characteristics of the middle colonies are:
- Some colonies were skilled artisans
- Agriculture was an important industry
- Colonies were ethnically diverse