Question

this colony was first settled by men looking to make a profit. unaccustomed to physical labor and lacking knowledge of farming and hunting, their colony would have failed were it not for strong leadership. virginia south carolina massachusetts

Explanation:

The Virginia Colony was established by profit - seeking men. These settlers were unaccustomed to physical labor and lacked farming/hunting knowledge. It was strong leadership (like that of John Smith) that prevented its failure. South Carolina's settlement had different motives and circumstances, and Massachusetts was more about religious freedom. So the correct answer is Virginia.

Answer:

A. Virginia