The correct matching of the colony with the reason it was founded is:
- Virginia - Economic reasons
Virginia was primarily established for economic opportunities, particularly the cultivation of tobacco.
Here’s a breakdown of the other colonies:
- Georgia was founded for a mix of reasons including as a buffer against Spanish Florida and for charitable purposes (including to help debtors).
- Pennsylvania was founded primarily for religious freedom for Quakers, not economic reasons.
- Maryland was founded for both economic reasons and as a safe haven for Catholics, which has a political aspect as well.
So, the only correct pairing from your list is Virginia with economic reasons.