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What did greece's economy heavily rely on?

Because of Greece's location, it relied mostly on fishing and trading. Nowadays, Greece's economy depends heavily on shipping and tourism.


Did John Rolfe bring slaves to the Virginia colony?

Yes, John Rolfe is often associated with the early introduction of tobacco cultivation in the Virginia colony, which increased the demand for labor. Although he did not personally bring the first slaves, the arrival of the first African slaves in Virginia occurred in 1619, shortly after Rolfe's successful tobacco production began. This marked the beginning of a system of labor that would heavily rely on enslaved Africans in the colony.


Why are horses not used for wars anymore?

Horses are not regarded as a necessity to war since most modern-day armies rely heavily upon mechanized transport .


What where three reasons planters felt cotton would be a profitable cash crop?

Planters believed cotton would be a profitable cash crop for several reasons. First, the invention of the cotton gin in 1793 greatly increased the efficiency of cotton processing, making it easier to separate fibers from seeds. Second, the rising demand for cotton in both domestic and international markets, particularly from textile mills in Britain, created a lucrative market. Lastly, the labor-intensive nature of cotton cultivation allowed planters to rely heavily on enslaved labor, which minimized costs and maximized profits.


Colonists in both the North and the South established differences in all what areas except?

The North and South established many difference except in the economy. Both sides continued to rely heavily on agriculture for survival.