Why was the economy of New England based on commerce?
O A. Only a small part of the land was good for farming.
O B. Rivers ran slow and were shallow and muddy.
O C. Very few Pilgrims and Puritans were farmers.
D. There were only a few natural harbors on the coast.

living during the great depression had a major affect on the mentality many people. a good portion of people who lived during that time do not trust banks. this is likely the result of the many widespread bank failures in the 30s that caused people to lose their life savings.