"Map of Settlements in North America (mid1600s)"

When looking at the map, what can you tell about the colonial European settlements?
Responses
A All of the settlements were in the south.All of the settlements were in the south.
B All of the settlements were along major rivers.All of the settlements were along major rivers.
C All settlements tried to avoid the Indian settlements.All settlements tried to avoid the Indian settlements.
D All of the settlements were close to major bodies of water.All of the settlements were close to major bodies of water.

D All of the settlements were close to major bodies of water.