Settlers were originally attracted to the South primarily for which of he following reasons?

A. Rich soil

B. Extensive forest areas

C. Varied climate

D. Relatively flat landscape

A. Rich soil

Explanation:

The settlers in the South have been attracted initially by the rich soil. The reason why the rich soil was something that was so appealing to the people was that the majority of the profit in that period was made through the agriculture.

Having good soil at disposal, as well as good climate conditions, meant that the new settlers can create large plantations of cash crops. The cash crops were in high demand, and they were bringing in good profit. The people saw the South as good place where they can profit, start a new life, and progress, so they flocked into it.

The crop that was the most attractive to plant by the settlers in the South was the tobacco, which was rapidly gaining on popularity on the other side of the Atlantic.