On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress voted to approve a motion calling for separation from Britain. The dramatic words of this resolution were added to the closing of the Declaration of Independence. Two days later, on July 4, the declaration was formally adopted by 12 colonies after a revision.
I believe the answer would be a
Because the Silk Road established steady trade
They were located in New England because "<span>The merchants had more money to invest and access to rivers and streams for power".
The manufactory industry was at its growth and people stated the perceive more money, those who were capable of investing decided to do it in this industry as the changes and improvements were noticeable.
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