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They were in search of gold and spices to trade in west Africa

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They were hoping to find riches such as gold and silver, and to find more recources. With Virginia being so close to the ocean, tobacco exports could be easily made

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Most of them were seeking wealth or a better life.

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reglious freedom

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for gold and sliver

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