New England Colonies: The New England colonies were located in the northeastern part of present-day United States and included Massachusetts Bay, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. They were known for their religious freedom and diverse economy.
Southern Colonies: The Southern colonies encompassed regions such as Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. They relied heavily on cash crop agriculture (tobacco, rice) and utilized slave labor extensively.
Middle Colonies: The Middle colonies consisted of Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Delaware - geographically located between the New England and Southern colonies. They had diverse populations with varied economic activities including farming and trade.