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| Which Northeast city did NOT begin as a port for ocean going ships docked? | Buffalo, NY |
| How have Pittsburgh's industries changed over the years? | Pittsburg now has a diverse groups of industries. |
| What do Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston have in common? | Tourists visit landmarks in these cities each year. |
| How do people in the Northeast contribute to the economy of this region? | They work, shop, and spend money. |
| What do you call the buying and selling of goods in large amounts. | commerce |
| Name the three largest cities with ports. | New York, Boston, Philadelphia |
| What do you call an item that is bought from abroad to be offered for sale in the US | import |
| What do you call an item sent from the US to be sold in another country? | export |
| What city was founded at the point that 3 rivers come together? | Pittsburgh |
| What do you call group of industries made up of different types of companies? | diverse |