The Quiz On Ch. 3.3 The Middle Colonies
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Why did William Penn create the colony of Pennysylvania?
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To provide a home for Quakers
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To provide a home for Catholics
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To escape Puritan control
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To break away from England
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The climate and soil of the Middle Colonies were very good for
farming. The events in the middle colonies affected the history
of America greatly. In chapter 3.3 on the middle colonies we got
to learn more about the culture of the people in this area. Take this
quiz and see what you recall.
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What job did women in the middle colonies not hold?
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Farmer
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Lawyer
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Indentured servant
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Nurse
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A. LawyerExplanation
Women in the middle colonies did not hold the job of a lawyer. This can be attributed to the fact that during this time period, women were generally excluded from legal professions and were not allowed to practice law. Legal professions were predominantly male-dominated, and women were not given equal opportunities to pursue careers in law.Rate this question:
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What is the term for crops that are always needed?
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Staple crops
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Natural crops
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Plantation crops
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Cash crops
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A. Staple cropsExplanation
Staple crops are the term used to refer to crops that are always needed. These crops are considered essential for the basic sustenance of a population and are typically consumed in large quantities. They provide a significant portion of the daily diet and are a reliable and consistent source of food. Examples of staple crops include grains like rice, wheat, and corn, as well as root vegetables like potatoes. These crops are cultivated on a large scale and play a crucial role in ensuring food security for a community or region.Rate this question:
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What middle colony was originally founded by the Dutch, but later taken over by the English?
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Pennsylvania
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Connecticut
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Delaware
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New York
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A. New YorkExplanation
New York was originally founded by the Dutch as New Amsterdam in the early 17th century. However, it was later taken over by the English in 1664 and renamed New York. This occurred during the Second Anglo-Dutch War, when the English fleet arrived and demanded the surrender of the Dutch colony. The Dutch governor, Peter Stuyvesant, was forced to surrender, and the English gained control of the territory. Therefore, New York is the correct answer to the question.Rate this question:
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Thanks to Penn's work, Pennsylvania became an important example of what?
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Free enterprise
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Indentured servitude
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Representative government
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Public education
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A. Representative governmentExplanation
Penn's work in Pennsylvania led to the establishment of a representative government. He founded the colony as a haven for religious freedom and implemented a government structure that included a representative assembly. This system allowed the colonists to have a voice in decision-making and participate in the governance of the colony. Pennsylvania's representative government became an important example for other colonies and influenced the development of democratic principles in the United States.Rate this question:
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