Why did people move to Virginia?

Answer 1

People settled in Virginia because of the abundance of resources and the main cash crop of tobacco. Virginia was also next to the ocean which were easily accessible for supply ships and to export tobacco.

Answer 2

People settled in Virginia because of the abundance of resources and the main cash crop of tobacco. Virginia was also next to the ocean which were easily accessible for supply ships and to export tobacco.

Answer 3

Virginia was founded because there were rich land everywhere so the colonists chose to settle there. not only that but the types of riches that were in Virginia were tabaco, wheat , and corn. Virginia was founded by john smith and others. it was founded in 1607. Virginia was named after the virgin Queen Elizabeth I.

Answer 4

Originally they came in hopes of Gold, Natural Resources, and an attempt to get rich quick. However after the discovery of the rich soil, and the ability to plant Tobacco, Virginia became very popular for growing large cash crops. And was able to amass a large amount of workers due to the head right system. the Powhatan tribe also lived their meaning Pocahontas just in case you want to know

Answer 5

to make money