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Why were the Middle colonies a diverse place to live? Select all that apply.

There were only English colonists, but they lived in various regions.

The Native Americans were friendly and were full members of the colonies.

All colonists were free to practice their religion.

Residents were a mix of Native Americans, Swedes, Dutch, and English.

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The Middle colonies were a diverse place to live for the following reasons:

  • All colonists were free to practice their religion. This attracted various religious groups seeking tolerance and the freedom to worship, contributing to the diversity of the region.

  • Residents were a mix of Native Americans, Swedes, Dutch, and English. This mix of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds contributed to a rich tapestry of life in the Middle colonies.

The other options do not accurately reflect the diversity of the Middle colonies. The statement about only English colonists is incorrect, as the colonies included various groups, and the relationship with Native Americans was complex and varied.