Question

he New England colonies were based on ___________________ because of the cold, harsh winters and dense forests.

Answer 1

Answer:

Industry and foreign trade

Explanation:

They didn't have good soil for agriculture, so they found other means of prospering

Answer 2

Answer:

Industry & Foreign Trade

Explanation:

Because of cold, harsh winters, dense forests, and poor soil agriculture was not possible in the New England colonies. Instead, economic prosperity came from industry and foreign trade.

PLEASE MARK BRAINLIEST