Comparison of Colonial Region
Meghan Doyle
New England Region
Economy ; They relied heavily on the Atlantic Ocean. Shipbuilding,trade,and fishing became leading industries in the region.
Society ; The Puritan church was a central part of life in New England. Every settler had to attend and support the puritan church. Dissenters were often banished.
Why it started ; In 1692 , the Salem Witch Trials resulted when various townspeople were accused of being witches . A number of them were condemned to death.
Middle Region
Economy ; Depended on both farming & tolerance.The larger cities had important ports for shipping products overseas. Due to waterways , they also benefited from a thriving fur trade and forged an economic relationship with native Americans.
Society ; They featured a more diverse population. Merchants who dealt in foreign trade formed the upper class aristocracy of the region.
Southern region
Economy ; They relied on staple crops like tobacco and rice led to the rise of the plantation system.The system eventually gave way to Slavery. 1619, first Africans arrive, most likely as indentured servants.
Society ; Tended to be divided between the rich plantation owners,poor farmers, and slaves.The wealthy upper class is superior to the lower class.