Middle Colonies Vocabulary Flashcards
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Middle Colonies
A group of British colonies located between New England and the Southern Colonies, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware; known for fertile land and cultural diversity.
Pennsylvania
A Middle Colony founded by William Penn as a haven for Quakers; emphasized religious tolerance and broad immigration.
New York
A Middle Colony originally founded by the Dutch as New Netherland, renamed after English takeover; important trade hub with diverse settlers.
New Jersey
A Middle Colony formed from parts of the former New Netherland; later unified as a single colony; known for fertile land and commerce.
Delaware
A Middle Colony along the Delaware River; originally settled by the Dutch and Swedes, later English; small but agriculturally productive with port access.