Question

During the 1600s and 1700s, the economies of the middle colonies

A. grew as they became centers of trade because of their location
B. grew as sugar and cotton plantations flourished in Virginia and Maryland
C. stagnated as farmers struggled with difficult soil and weather conditions
D. stagnated as attacks by American Indians impeded steady trade with Europe

Answer 1

The correct answer is

A. grew as they became centers of trade because of their location

Answer 2

The correct answer is
A. grew as they became centers of trade because of their location

This mostly refers to colonies such as New York and Philadelphia where trade flourished.