Why was there more growth in the New England colonies than in the southern colonies?

Question

A: The New England colonies attracted whole families.
B: The New England colonies originally had more slaves than the southern colonies.
C: The southern colonies had more women than men.
D: The southern colonists were not able to expand to the frontier.

Answer 1

The correct answer is A: The New England colonies attracted whole families.

This was a significant factor in the growth and development of the New England colonies compared to the southern colonies. In New England, whole families settled together, which promoted stable communities and larger family units. In contrast, the southern colonies had a higher proportion of single male settlers, particularly laborers, which affected their demographic and social structures.