Question

Why did the British Explore North

America? Why were they interested
in the southeastern region?

Answer 1

1. economic policy of mercantilism

2. to gain riches and access to the northwest passage

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Why did the British go to North America?

Step-by-step explanation:

England Establishes Permanent Colonies

Of all the European countries, England established the firmest foothold in North America. Like the other European countries, England was motivated in part by the lure of both riches and the Northwest Passage