10 Questions
Which region of the American colonies were known for their diversity in terms of nationalities and religious groups?
Middle Colonies
Which group of people made up 20 percent of New York's population in 1746?
African Americans
Which European power initially claimed the territory of the Middle Colonies?
Netherlands
Which European country established the colony of New Sweden in the Middle Colonies?
Sweden
Who gained control of New Sweden in 1655?
The Dutch
Which religious group did William Penn belong to?
Quakers
Which rivers allowed colonist farmers to ship surplus crops to cities such as Philadelphia and New York?
Delaware River and Hudson River
What contributed to the Middle Colonies becoming a center of colonial trade?
The development of specialized jobs
Which cities in the Middle Colonies emerged during the 1600s and 1700s?
New York City and Philadelphia
What was the purpose of the "Great Treaty" signed by William Penn in 1682?
To establish a chain of friendship with the Lenni Lenape
Test your knowledge on the Middle Colonies of America with this quiz. Learn about the diverse group of colonies that occupied the coastal region between the Chesapeake Bay and New York Harbor. Explore their unique characteristics and see how much you know about this important period in American history.
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