SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732
THE SOUTHERN COLONIES SETTLEMENT AND GROWTH
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long dry seasons that promoted timber production
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large areas of ocean access that promoted fishing
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large ports that promoted international trade
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long summers that promoted farming
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Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -Factors that influenced the development of these colonies include the climate, the plantation system, religion, and relations with Native Americans. These colonies were located south of the Mason-Dixon line, a boundary drawn between Pennsylvania and Maryland.
Detailed explanation-3: -The well-known characteristics of the Southern Colonies were warm weather, inland plantation agriculture, coastal port cities, and wealth from exporting their crops. The Southern Colonies were established over time, starting with Virginia, followed by Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and lastly, Georgia.
Detailed explanation-4: -How did the geography of the Southern Colonies affect the kinds of crops that were grown there? The geography affected the crops because it depended on the climate, growing season, and if the crop needed a lot or little water. It was also because of the soil.
Detailed explanation-5: -The Southern colonies were Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. They were located south of both the New England colonies (New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut) and the Middle colonies (New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Delaware).