13 Colonies Comparisons (all)

Question 0

New England

Economy/Jobs

Answer 0

Small family farms
Shipbuilding 
Fishing
Traded: cod fish, lumber, slaves, whale oil, rum
Boston port

Question 1

New England

Climate/geography

Answer 1

Short growing season
Cold climate 
Harsh winters
Thin, rocky, sandy, soil
Dense forests
Rugged mountains 
Atlantic coastline
Boston/port

Question 2

Middle colonies

Climate/geography

Answer 2

Longer growing season 
Warmer climate
Shorter/ milder winters
Fertile soil
Rolling hills
Wide rivers for transportation ( Hudson/Delaware)
Great harbors for shipping
Woods full of wildlife