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The Middle Colonies

Question 4 • FL-2100010-M/J United States History

Which two English colonies were formed from the Dutch colony of New Netherland?

Answer
A
New York and New Jersey
B
Maryland and Pennsylvania
C
New Jersey and Maryland
D
Pennsylvania and New York

Explanation

England took control of the Dutch colony of New Netherland in 1664 and renamed it New York. The territory was later divided, with part becoming New Jersey. Therefore, the two English colonies formed from New Netherland were New York and New Jersey.

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