Which of the following was a common characteristic of the New England colonies? Option A Heavy reliance on enslaved labor Option B Strong emphasis on community and church Option C Concentration of wealth in the hands of a few Option D Large plantation economies

Answer 1

The correct answer is Option B: Strong emphasis on community and church.

The New England colonies were known for their tight-knit communities and the significant role that the Puritan church played in everyday life and governance. Options A, C, and D are more characteristic of the Southern colonies, which relied heavily on enslaved labor and had plantation economies.