1. New England Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut New Hampshire Most were seeking religious freedom Farming was difficult—long, cold winters; rocky, hilly wilderness Resources: forests, sea, small farms, fishing, shipbuilding and trade

2. Middle Delaware Pennsylvania New Jersey New York Climate: Cold winters, hot humid summers Soil: Fertile soil (good soil for farming) Resources: Crops and dairy, merchants, tradesman, lumber, shipbuilding

3. Southern Region Virginia Maryland North Carolina South Carolina Georgia Climate: Warmest of the regions—good to grow crops throughout the year Soil: Rich—good for growing Resources: Tobacco, Rice, Indigo (cash crops)