Question

How did the new England colonists make money?

Answer 1

Answer: Trading, Fishing, and chopping down woods

Explanation: They are not really farmers so they will catch fishes and trades with other for the things they offers

Answer 2

They started other colonies. Most colonists grew only enough crops to survive. Because the region was close to the ocean, many New England colonists earned a living by fishing, shipbuilding, or trading. ... The climate and soil were good, and many colonists earned a living by farming