Colonists adapted their local economy to their environment by engaging in agriculture suited to the regional climate and soil conditions, such as tobacco cultivation in Virginia and rice farming in South Carolina. They also utilized local resources, like fishing and lumber, to develop trade networks. Additionally, many colonists relied on Native American knowledge to enhance their farming techniques and to understand the local ecosystem, further integrating their economic practices with the environment.
The economy of the southern colonies was so dependent because they believed in helping eachother out.
the native Americans helped them survive and use resources
Eskimos made seal skin outer garments.
Eskimos made seal skin outer garments.
what percent of the colonists lived in towns or cities in the 1700s
Some lived on plantations.
They lived on farms
They drunk water
Starfish live in the ocean and are very well adapted to it. They have lived there a long time.
they build stronger homes
Colonists were able to support local businesses and communicate easily in New England because they lived close to each other.