which statements best describes similarities between the middle colonies and the new England colonies select all that apply

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The similarities between the Middle Colonies and the New England Colonies include:

  1. Agricultural Practices: Both regions engaged in agriculture, although the types of crops and farming practices differed due to climate and soil conditions.

  2. Diverse Economies: Both regions had diverse economies that included farming, trade, and various crafts, though the New England economy leaned more toward fishing and shipbuilding.

  3. Religious Diversity: While New England was primarily settled by Puritans, both regions eventually became more religiously diverse. The Middle Colonies were known for their greater religious tolerance.

  4. Colonial Governance: Both regions operated under some form of self-governance and developed their own local government structures.

  5. Cultural Diversity: Both regions experienced an influx of various ethnic groups, though the Middle Colonies were particularly known for their large populations of Dutch, German, and Quaker settlers.

These statements capture the broader themes of economic diversity, agricultural similarities, and aspects of governance and culture that can be found in both the Middle and New England Colonies.