The ___________________________________ was a view helped by most colonists who viewed the continent as having inexhaustible resources.

Inexhaustible Resources

Natural resources that are unlimited in supply and cannot be depleted, such as solar and wind energy.

Colonists

Individuals or groups who settle in a new territory but remain subjects or citizens of their country of origin, often involved in the historical context of expansion and empire-building.

Continent

One of the very large landmasses on the earth's surface, typically separated by oceans.