It is often perceived as that the Rich oppress the Poor
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According to the dictionary it means "a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water."
Basically it's when there is very little rain or water and the amount of water in a place decreases.
Answer: To escape religious persecution in England and Middle colonies because of fertile soil .
Explanation: English colonies popped up along the eastern seaboard for a variety of reasons. The New England colonies were founded to escape religious persecution in England. The Middle colonies were also called the “Breadbasket colonies” because of their fertile soil, ideal for farming.