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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Middle Colonies

Question 10 • FL-2100010-M/J United States History

Which of these statements best summarizes life in New Amsterdam under Stuyvesant?

Answer
A
Public areas were dirty and disorganized, but citizens had many freedoms.
B
Citizens lived with strict rules and high taxes, but enjoyed clean streets andbustling commerce.
C
Slavery was illegal here, which made it a refuge for escaped enslaved peoplefrom the southern colonies.
D
Citizens enjoyed very low taxes, but the economy was sluggish.

Explanation

Under Peter Stuyvesant, New Amsterdam had strict rules and high taxes, while efforts to regulate the town helped keep its streets orderly and clean. Its port and trade also supported busy commerce. So “Citizens lived with strict rules and high taxes, but enjoyed clean streets and bustling commerce” best summarizes life there.

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