Question

What best describes Britain's motivations for seizing control of New Netherland and making it their own Mid-Atlantic colonies?

A) to over power the other colonial regions

B) to increase the railroad system through the region

C) the location of New Netherland relative to the other colonies, as well as shipping and trade access

D) to create a buffer between the Spanish and French colonies

Answer 1

The answer is C

Step-by-step explanation:

C because the New England colonies were founded to escape religious persecution in England. The Middle colonies, like Delaware, New York, and New Jersey, were founded as trade centers, while Pennsylvania was founded as a safe haven for Quakers.