USA HISTORY

SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732

THE SOUTHERN COLONIES SETTLEMENT AND GROWTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The climate of the Southern colonies is considered to be ____ the climate of the New England colonies.
A
warmer than
B
cooler than
C
the same as
D
very similar to
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The climate in the Southern Colonies was the warmest of the English colonies. The warm climate made it possible to grow crops throughout the year. The land was flat and the soil was rich.

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: -The New England colonies had very harsh winters and mild summers. This made the growing season only about five months long. Because the soil was rocky and the climate was often harsh, colonists in New England only farmed enough to feed their families.

Detailed explanation-4: -The New England Colonies’ climate was a humid continental climate. This means they experienced all four seasons and had clearly distinguished warm summers (70-84 F) and cold, harsh winters (0-15 F). The region was known for regular rainfall during spring and summer and several feet of snowfall during the winter.

Detailed explanation-5: -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.

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