Chapter 6: The Middle Colonies
Study Guide
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1. The middle colonies were known as the ______________ colonies. What geographical
feature helped them to become known as this?
2. What two colonies did the English form in the area that was New Netherland?
3. The Frame of Government of Pennsylvania is an example of what type of government?
4. William Penn formed a long-lasting peace with which Native American?
5. George Whitfield was known as a strong leader for what movement?
6. Name one way in which the Middle Colonies and the New England Colonies were
different from each other.
7. The Middle Colonies relied on ______________ through port cities. Why were these
port cities so important?
8. Why was New York City a great place for a port?
9. Who would have made an economic choice to use a grist mill?
10. What are the three rights of freedom that William Penn gave colonists in Pennsylvania?
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11. What were some of the effects of the Great Awakening? (name at least three)
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12. How did religion play a role in the founding and settlement of the Middle Colonies?
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13. Many immigrants came to settle in the Middle Colonies. What were some advantages
and disadvantages for those who came?
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14. Many colonists learned to do skilled jobs. How did they learn these new skills?
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Make sure that you review all vocabulary words for Chapter 6 as part of
the study guide.