Lesson 75 of 84 · Colonial History
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Colonial food and farming were influenced by the regions where people lived.
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Colonial food and farming were influenced by the regions where people lived. In New England, families often grew vegetables and raised livestock, while in the Southern Colonies, large plantations produced crops like rice and tobacco. Everyone contributed to the farming efforts, and communities shared their harvests during festivals. Food was an important part of colonial life, bringing families and neighbors together.
Key Facts
Food and farming varied by region in the colonies.
New England families grew vegetables and raised animals.
Southern plantations produced crops like rice and tobacco.
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Question 1
1 of 2What type of crops were commonly grown in the Southern Colonies?
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