USA HISTORY

SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732

THE MAYFLOWER SETTLEMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The hot, wet climate of the ____ colonies was ideal for growing cash crops.
A
New England
B
Middle
C
Southern
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The long growing season and warm, damp climate of the Southern Colonies made the region perfect for growing tobacco and rice. Many southern planters became very wealthy exporting these cash crops to other colonies and countries.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Southern Colonies enjoyed warm climate with hot summers and mild winters. Geography ranged from coastal plains in the east to piedmont farther inland. The westernmost regions were mountainous. The soil was perfect for farming and the growing season was longer than in any other region.

Detailed explanation-3: -Climate: The climate in the southern colonies is very humid. The Southern Colonies included Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. The soil was good for farming and the climate was warm, including hot summers and mild winters. The average temperature is about 75-95 degrees Fahrenheit.

Detailed explanation-4: -The climate and soil of the tidewater were excellent for farming. Many southern colonists grew cash crops. The weather was warm for much of the year, and crops could grow for seven or eight months.

Detailed explanation-5: -Despite displaying some differences, all of these colonies were characterized by plantation agriculture, the use of indentured and slave labor, a strong social hierarchy, and a sparse population with little access to education, churches, and government institutions.

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