Which best describes the economy of the middle colonies during the 1600s and 1700s? a- the middle colonies experienced economic stagnation as farmers struggled with difficult soil and weather conditions. b- the middle colonies experienced economic growth as sugar and cotton plantations flourished. c- the middle colonies experienced economic growth as cities such as new york and philadelphia became centers of trade. d- the middle colonies experienced economic stagnation as attacks by american indians impeded steady trade with europe.

- "friedan's attitude towards what she calls the 'feminine mystique' is that she sees the ideal of femininity as stiffing women's potential in the 1950's. betty friedan was a writer and activist of the 1950's and 60's."

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abraham lincoln, according to anyone who was connected with agriculture, represented the worst of northern politicians. shortly after lincoln was elected, south carolina seceded from the union. they along with other southern states, retained their anger. in a way, it was their own fault: the democrats were split in the south. some wanted slavery to be extended in other states that were about to join the union and some didn't want it badly enough. lincoln had a solid backing from his party: the republicans were united in not wanting slavery to be expanded.