1. New
England
Colonies
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2. Geography Thick, rocky layer of dirt
Farming was difficult because the land was filled with rocks or was too sandy.
Summers were warm, but winters were long and very cold.
The growing season was short (lasted from late May to early October).
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3. Natural Resources
Forests (which they used the wood to make buildings and ships)
Fish
Whales
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4. Industries Fishing Shipbuilding Whaling
These industries were possible due to the harbors and ports in the area.
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5. People
Pilgrims
Puritans- people who wanted to follow a new religion that they felt was more “Godly”
Farmers
Shipbuilders / fisherman / whalers
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6. Talk About It… Why was farming difficult for New England colonists?
Soil too rocky and sandy; growing season too short
What were New England’s natural resources?
Forests, fish, and whales
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