Until the Mid-1700s, the 13 Colonies Often Had Diverse Histories

question 11

Multiple Choice

Until the mid-1700s, the 13 colonies often had diverse histories and economies, which provided ___________.

• A) a strong national unity built upon diversity
• B) a unique political environment in which one state's weaknesses were supported by the strengths of another state
• C) an environment that was free of jealousies among states
• D) little incentive for them to join together to meet shared goals
• E) common ground upon which to build consensus

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