Questions: The Economy of New England Which of the following statements are true about the economy of colonial New England? Check all of the boxes that apply. Goods were manufactured in New England. The New England colonies sent timber, fish, and whale products to England. New England farmers had difficulty farming the new land. New England towns became major trade centers.

The true statements about the economy of colonial New England are:

• Goods were manufactured in New England.
• The New England colonies sent timber, fish, and whale products to England.
• New England farmers had difficulty farming the new land.
• New England towns became major trade centers.

This statement is true. New England had a growing manufacturing sector, particularly in shipbuilding and small-scale industries, due to its abundant natural resources and skilled labor force.

This statement is true. The New England colonies were rich in natural resources like timber and had access to abundant fishing grounds. These products were significant exports to England and other parts of the world.

This statement is true. The rocky soil and harsh climate of New England made large-scale farming difficult. As a result, many farmers practiced subsistence farming, growing only enough to feed their families.

This statement is true. Due to their strategic coastal locations and active ports, New England towns like Boston became important trade centers, facilitating commerce and trade with other colonies and Europe.