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What were the natural resources in the Middle Colonies?
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01/07/2015
The area's rich soil allowed the Middle Colonies to become a major exporter of wheat and other grains. The shipbuilding and lumber industries enjoyed great successes due to the abundant forests. Pennsylvania was moderately successful with their iron and textile industries.
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