When you are ready, come in and Study first and GOOD LUCK! COLONIAL AMERICA EXTRA CREDIT New England: cold, with long, harsh winters and short, mild summers; rocky soil, rather poor for most crops B. The Middle Colonies: cold winters, but not as harsh as New England’s; summer longer & hotter than New England’s; rich soil C. The Southern Colonies: warmest climate ----long, hot summers and short mild winters; rich soil Climate plays a vital role in shaping the history, culture, economy and even the character of a particular place. Read the three regional climate descriptions AND STUDY on your own……… additional information about the areas to include the kind of crops and professions associated with the geography of the 3 different climates and how Triangular Trade affected those areas connected with Colonial America. Then, using your knowledge of history, decide which region is being described. When you are ready, come in and take a 10 question quiz Study first and GOOD LUCK! 10 Questions, 10 Minutes