How were natural resources useful to southerners so they could rebuild after the war?

A. Natural resources gave them more opportunities and more jobs
B. They were able to get revenge on the North by building more factories to produce goods to sell to other countries
C. They did not even want to use the natural resources

A. Natural resources gave them more opportunities and more jobs

Southern states were able to utilize their abundant natural resources, such as agriculture, timber, and minerals, to rebuild their economy after the Civil War. These resources provided the necessary materials for infrastructure development, industrial expansion, and trade, creating opportunities for job growth and economic recovery. By tapping into these resources, southerners were able to revitalize their industries and rebuild their communities.