What was one reason that the Mid-Atlantic Colonies were founded?

What was a major reason that the New England Colonies were founded?

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Roger moved to North America in order

to start a new life. In Europe, he was not allowed to follow the religion he

wanted. He also had trouble feeding his family because food cost too much.

Roger wanted to live somewhere he could find work as a shipbuilder. He was

good and hunting and also wanted to trap animals and sell furs.

In which colonial region did Roger MOST LIKELY settle?

What were the Pilgrims and the Puritans who settled in the New England Colonies searching for?

Which colonies were MOST tolerant of people practicing different religions?

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Southern Colonies

Religion is practiced but strict religious laws did not exist.

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Religion is center of school and politics

What of the following BEST completes the table?

How did MOST settlers hope to make money in the Southern Colonies?

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At dinner tonight, the family will eat grilled whale that was cooked by my father. He has been away for days trying to harpoon this big fish, Now, he has brought us some to eat. Yummy!

-Johnny Smith, 9 year old colonist

In which colonial region does Johnny MOST LIKELY live?

Which region was home to settlers from the greatest number of different countries and religions during the Colonial Period?

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I live in colonial Virginia. In the winter and spring, I'm busy spinning and sewing. In the late summer and fall, I prepare fruits, vegetables, and meat for the winter. During the growing season, I tend a garden of herbs. Each day, I cook and take care of the children and farm animals.

Who does this text MOST LIKELY describe in the colonies?