Asked by Brandon Hamby on Jun 08, 2024
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Which of the following was a consequence of New England's population growth in the late seventeenth century?
A) The death rate among children increased substantially as population outstripped the food supply.
B) A significant number of New Englanders moved back to England.
C) Overcrowded conditions increased the incidence of epidemic diseases.
D) The scarcity of land caused some New Englanders to abandon agriculture and learn new skills so that they could support themselves in the developing towns.
Population Growth
The increase in the number of individuals in a population, often measured by birth rate, mortality rate, and net migration.
Epidemic Diseases
Diseases that spread rapidly among a population, affecting a large number of individuals at the same time within a particular community or region.
- Understand the development and organization of colonial societies in North America.
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Lauren JohnsonJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The scarcity of land in New England due to population growth led to a diversification of the economy. As land became less available for new generations, people were forced to find alternative means of livelihood, leading to the development of skills beyond agriculture and the growth of towns.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the development and organization of colonial societies in North America.