What might be some typical jobs of colonists in the Middle Colonies? Select all that apply.

Question

(2 points)
Responses

clockmaker
clockmaker

fisherman
fisherman

wheat farmer
wheat farmer

tobacco farmer
tobacco farmer

gun maker

pick 3

Answer 1

In the Middle Colonies, some typical jobs that colonists might have had include:

1. Clockmaker
2. Wheat farmer
3. Gun maker

Tobacco farming was more common in the Southern Colonies, and while fishing was a part of the economy in some areas, it was not as predominant as the other occupations listed.