What are some key facts about Rhode Island as a New England colony?
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The image provides key information about Rhode Island as a New England colony, detailing its founders, settlers, climate, geography, economy, religion, and government.
Answer
Rhode Island was founded by Roger Williams and Anne Hutchinson for religious freedom, had a diverse climate and geography, a varied economy, and was self-governing with multiple faiths.
Rhode Island was founded by Roger Williams and Anne Hutchinson and was settled by people seeking religious freedom. It has a varied geography featuring coastal lowlands and rocky woodlands, and the climate includes hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The economy included farming, lumbering, shipbuilding, fishing, whaling, and trade. It practiced religious freedom and was self-governing.
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Rhode Island was founded by Roger Williams and Anne Hutchinson and was settled by people seeking religious freedom. It has a varied geography featuring coastal lowlands and rocky woodlands, and the climate includes hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The economy included farming, lumbering, shipbuilding, fishing, whaling, and trade. It practiced religious freedom and was self-governing.
More Information
Fast facts include that Rhode Island was the first colony to declare independence from Great Britain on May 4, 1776, and was originally settled for religious freedom.
Tips
A common mistake is not recognizing the diversity of the economy and the role of different geographic features in its development.
Sources
- Rhode Island - Colonial, Revolution, Industry | Britannica - britannica.com
- Rhode Island Colony Facts - SoftSchools.com - softschools.com
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