The Middle Colonies Want You!
Better then the rest!
Economics
Are you a well-known farmer? If so, come to the Middle Colonies! Our farmers have a longer growing seasons due to the favorable land, climate, and rich, fertile soil. Farms typically grow main cash crops such as wheat, rice, and tobacco. We are also known as "the bread basket" colony because of the amazing wheat growth. This colony also contains many skilled artisans and German craftsman.
Geography: Best Land on the East Coast!
Here In the Middle Colonies, we have the most favorable living conditions. As well as, multiple river valleys, easy ocean access, and excellent farm land.
Religion
Although this colony is mainly made up of Christians such as Presbyterians and Quakers, there are other groups such as Catholics and Jews. If you aren't one of these religions listed, don't worry! In Pennsylvania, the founder, William Penn, has freedom of religion.
Schooling
In the Middle Colonies we provide excellent schooling. Not the richest folk in town? You can hire your own personal teacher or tutor. However we also supply superb private schools. Although they might be a little pricy, our colonies still provide high quality education.
Political Systems and Slavery
Government and Slaves
The Middle Colonies contain legislators, governors, and we also have a Bill of Rights. Although we have somewhat of a Democracy, there are also proprietary colonies. These are colonies that receive more land in return for a yearly payment to the King. To inform you about, we also have slaves in most parts for us Middle Colonists. The African-American slaves take up more than 25% of our population. They are very helpful in the sense is that they help our farmers take care and harvest the land, which in the end, will make you more money due to the high amount of staff.
Bibliography
- Prentice Hall: The American Nation by: Davidson,Stoff
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