What might be some typical (MOST COMMON) jobs of colonists in the Middle Colonies? SELECT TWO THAT APPLY.(4 points)

Responses

gun maker
gun maker

fisherman
fisherman

wheat farmer
wheat farmer

tobacco farmer
tobacco farmer

clockmaker

1 answer

The two most common jobs of colonists in the Middle Colonies would be:

  1. Wheat farmer - The Middle Colonies, particularly Pennsylvania, were known as the "breadbasket" due to their fertile soil and climate favorable for growing wheat and other grains.

  2. Clockmaker - The Middle Colonies had a more diverse economy and skilled artisans, including clockmakers, which were prevalent in urban areas like Philadelphia.

So, the correct selections are wheat farmer and clockmaker.