Why did the population grow more rapidly in new england than in other regions during the 1600s? a. individuals banded together and formed compact, densely populated towns. b. many farmers immigrated to that region. c. the region offered a balanced population and healthier natural living conditions. d. immigrants preferred this ethnically and culturally diverse area.

Which statement describes the central idea of the text? a. while the nigerian government has the wealth to improve the conditions in prisons, they continue to view it as a low priority. b. nigerian prisons neglect the physical and mental health of their prisoners by failing to provide them with basic necessities and services. c. the inhuman conditions in nigerian prisons could easily be improved, but the environment is considered part of prisoners' punishment. d. conditions in nigerian prisons are slowly improving as non-government organizations and citizens are providing much-needed equipment to the prisons.