SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732
THE SOUTHERN COLONIES SETTLEMENT AND GROWTH
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It had very cold winters and rocky soil that prevented the planting of many crops.
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It had the warmest climate, the longest growing season, and excellent soil that were good for growing cash crops
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It lacked rivers and streams that hurt crops and trade
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It had long winters which was good for trapping animals for their fur
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Detailed explanation-1: -The soil was perfect for farming and the growing season Geography and Climate The southern colonies were made up of mostly coastal plains and piedmont areas. The soil was perfect for farming and the growing season was longer than in any other region.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Southern Colonies The southernmost colonies consisted of Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. The South had the warmest climate with long hot summers and mild winters.
Detailed explanation-3: -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.