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Why did some colonists become skilled craftsman in the Middle Colonies?

There was not enough land for all the population to become farmers.
Some colonists wanted to earn more money to become middle class.
The strong economy provided more opportunities than farming.
They were of religious groups that were not allowed to own land.

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Answer:

The second one UwU

Step-by-step explanation:

Some colonists became skilled craftsmen in the Middle Colonies because it ended up not being enough open farm land for everyone to farm and there was, at that time, not enough of other trades so instead of farming, they went to craftsmanship.

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Answer:

the second one :)

Some colonists wanted to earn more money to become middle class.