1. Southern
Colonies
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2. Geography Climate and soil were excellent for farming.
Weather was warm for much of the year and crops could grow for 7-8 months.
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3. Natural Resources Rivers, bays, wetlands Tobacco Indigo Rice
Sugar cane
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4. Industries
Hunting
Fishing
Plantations / Farms
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5. People Slaves Indentured Servants Farmers Plantation owners
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6. Talk About It…
Why were farmers able to grow their crops so easily in the Southern Colonies?
Long growing season: 7-8 months
What type of people were only found in the Southern Colonies (mostly on plantations)?
Slaves & indentured servants
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