What is the climate of the Middle Colonies?
Humid summers and snowy winters
This climate supports diverse agricultural practices.
What are the physical land features of the Middle Colonies?
Mountains, plains, hills
These geographical features contributed to the region’s agriculture and settlement patterns.
What raw materials were found in the Middle Colonies?
Fur, timber
These resources were important for trade and construction.
Which countries contributed to the settlement of the Middle Colonies?
Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, and Portugal
Many settlers fled religious wars and sought trade opportunities.
Who was Cornelius Jacobsen May?
He worked for the Dutch West India Company
His efforts helped establish Dutch influence in the region.
What did the Duke of York do?
Overtook land and named it New York
This marked a significant shift in colonial power.
What is Penn’s Woods?
Refers to Pennsylvania
Named after William Penn, who established the colony.
Who were Lord John Berkeley and Sir George Carteret?
They were granted land by the Duke of York
This land eventually became New Jersey.
What is the Quaker movement known for?
Emphasizing education and equality
This movement played a crucial role in shaping social values in Pennsylvania.
What two principles were practiced in Pennsylvania?
Diversity and tolerance
These principles attracted various religious and ethnic groups to the colony.
Name all of the original Middle colonies.
New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware.
