Economic Factors of the Southern Colonies

Hard Period 2: 1607–1754 Southern Colonies

By the mid-18th century, the Southern Colonies had developed a distinctive economic system characterized by large plantations. This system was heavily reliant on cash crops and a labor force that was predominantly enslaved. Which of the following best describes a key factor that contributed to the economic success of the Southern Colonies during this period?

The adoption of a republican form of governance that encouraged local participation in economic decisions.

The establishment of a diversified economy that included significant manufacturing operations.

The cultivation of cash crops like tobacco and rice, which were in high demand in European markets.

The integration of Native American labor as a primary workforce in plantation operations.

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