What Set New York Apart from Other Middle Colonies

question 66

Multiple Choice

What set New York apart from other middle colonies?

• A) Widespread use of African slaves
• B) A more hierarchical society inherited from the earlier Dutch colony of New Netherland
• C) The profound imprint of Quaker beliefs on culture and politics
• D) Strong interest in religious toleration and diversity
• E) Rapid growth from immigration, due to the abundant opportunities for landholding compared to other colonies

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