Chapter 3 Lesson 1 Social Studies

A large farm used for growing crops

"Enslaved labor allowed for large amounts of cash crops on plantations to be produced. This played an important part in the growth of the original colonies." is the meaning of the word plantation?

Rich soil, plenty of water, and a long growing season make crops an important resource. Cash crops are plants that are grown to make a profit. The southeast is rich in natural resources found in the ground, including minerals, coal, and oil. Forests produce lumber for building homes and furniture. Fishing is a major industry.

How do people in the Southeast depend on the natural resources found in the region?

Atlantic Coastal Plain

Use your Research Companion. Look at the Physical Map of the Southeast on p. 127. Which landform runs primarily in an east-west direction?

He was a Cherokee who developed the first written Native American alphabet.

What is the main historical significance of Sequoya?

Nearby waterways were used for trade with other groups. Cherokee living in different areas exchanged messages using a written alphabet.

Which best describes the ways Native Americans of the Southeast developed a culture based on their environment? Choose two ways.

"A variety of plants and trees grow well in the varied environments."

Which evidence from the text best supports "Crops like cotton and citrus fruits thrive in the region's warm climate."

Crops like cotton and citrus fruits thrive in the region's warm climate.

Which statement describes an effect of the Southeast's climate?

The Piedmont has higher elevations and the coastal plains have wetlands.

Which statement describes how the environments and physical features in Southeastern states differ?