In contrast to conditions in the English colonies, life in New Spain was characterized by greater

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New Spain had a much more diverse population with a significant amount of racial intermixing between the native population, African slaves, and Spanish settlers. While there were certainly social barriers, such as the casta system, these were not as rigidly enforced as in the English colonies. New Spain was also not politically independent, as it was a colony of Spain. Sharing of profits with natives was not a significant part of life in New Spain.

In Contrast to Conditions in the English Colonies, Life in New