Question 285

In the early 1600s, English colonies were established along the Atlantic seaboard. What was a key difference between these colonies and New France by the 1700s?

  1. AThey were less religious
  2. BThey had fewer people
  3. CThey were richer and more populous
  4. DThey had weaker armies
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Correct answer: C) They were richer and more populous

Explanation

The guide states that the English colonies along the Atlantic seaboard, which were established in the early 1600s, eventually became richer and more populous than New France.

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