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During the colonial era, why did many people in New England take part in the dangerous whaling industry?
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During the colonial era, why did many people in New England take part in the dangerous whaling industry?

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It was a good industry for them because water was a close natural resource and was an easy job for many people
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B) Economic options were limited in New England due to poor agricultural conditions, and whale oil was profitable.

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