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The Middle Colonies

Question 6 • VT-NY-Regents-US History and Government

In 1664, Britain sent warships to take over which of the following colonies?

Answer
A
New Netherland
B
Pennsylvania
C
Maryland
D
Virginia

Explanation

In 1664, Britain sent warships to seize the Dutch colony of New Netherland. The Dutch surrendered, and the colony was renamed New York. Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia were not the target of this takeover.

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