In considering the influences on the settlement of European descendants in the Ozark Mountains rather than the Mississippi alluvial plain regions, the following options are applicable:
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The geography was like that of their homeland - Many settlers were drawn to areas that resembled the geography of their home countries, which made them feel more comfortable and connected to their roots.
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The price of land was cheaper - The cost of land in the Ozark Mountains was often less than in more fertile and desirable regions like the Mississippi alluvial plain, making it more accessible for settlers.
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They wanted to benefit from the agricultural possibilities - The Ozarks, while different from the Mississippi alluvial plain, still offered agricultural opportunities that attracted settlers seeking to farm and establish a livelihood.
However, the option "they wanted to be near the river" may not be as directly relevant since the Ozark Mountains are less river-centered compared to the Mississippi alluvial plain. Settlers in the Ozarks were often more influenced by the unique geography and land prices rather than a direct desire to be near major rivers.
So, the selections that apply are:
- The geography was like that of their homeland
- The price of land was cheaper
- They wanted to benefit from the agricultural possibilities