This graph shows the population of the southern colonies during the Colonial Era. Population of the Southern Colonies, 1610-1750 160 140 120 100 Population in thousands) 80 Native American African American 60 40 20 0 1610 1650 1710 1750 What was most likely the cause of the trend in this graph? O The availability of cheap lands and resources drew people to the region. O Plantation owners sought new labor sources to produce cash crops. O People were attracted to the area because of the region's cultural diversity. O Native Americans moved further west allowing other people to settle in the area.