The Middle Colonies: Significance & Factors
History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet exploring the factors that influenced the development and significance of the Middle Colonies in American history.
Topics covered:
#Explain how specific factors contributed to the colonies' development
#History
#Significance & Factors
#Categorize the main factors influencing the Middle Colonies
#Middle Colonies
#Analyse the relative significance of political, social, economic, and religious influences
#Compare the importance of different factors
#The 13 Colonies
#Standard
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The Middle Colonies: Significance & Factors
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to the Middle Colonies
The Middle Colonies included New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. They were known for their diverse populations, fertile land, and economic opportunities. These colonies played a significant role in the development of British America, balancing different influences that shaped their society and economy.
1.
Categorize the following factors as Political, Social, Economic, or Religious: the establishment of diverse communities, land fertility, a focus on trade, and religious tolerance.
[4 marks]2.
Compare the significance of economic and religious factors in the development of the Middle Colonies. Which was MORE significant? Justify your answer with evidence.
[6 marks]3.
Outline the political factors that influenced the development of the Middle Colonies.
[3 marks]4.
Explain how the diverse social makeup of the Middle Colonies impacted their development.
[6 marks]5.
Which factor do you think was MOST important in shaping the Middle Colonies: economic, social, religious, or political? Justify your choice with evidence.
[6 marks]6.
Analyse how religious tolerance contributed to the social fabric of the Middle Colonies.
[6 marks]7.
Explain the role of land fertility in the economic development of the Middle Colonies.
[3 marks]8.
Compare the impacts of trade focus and land fertility on the economic growth of the Middle Colonies.
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