The middle colonies, which include New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, are characterized by several notable features. Based on your options, here are the correct characteristics:
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We had some colonists who were skilled artisans - True. The middle colonies had a diverse economy that included skilled artisans and craftspeople.
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They were all established as royal colonies - False. While some middle colonies were royal colonies (like New York and New Jersey), others (like Pennsylvania) were established as proprietary colonies.
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Most colonists settled for religious reasons - Partially true. While many settlers in Pennsylvania specifically came for religious freedom (like the Quakers), not all colonists in the middle colonies had religious motivations.
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Agriculture was an important industry - True. Agriculture played a significant role in the economy of the middle colonies, particularly through the cultivation of wheat and other crops.
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Colonies were ethnically diverse - True. The middle colonies were known for their ethnic and cultural diversity, with a mix of English, Dutch, German, Swedish, and other European settlers.
In summary, the following characteristics are accurate for the middle colonies: skilled artisans, agriculture as an important industry, and ethnic diversity.