The Puritans came to the Massachusetts Colony for what purpose? A. They wanted good land for growing tobacco. B. They were looking for gold, silver, and furs. C. They wanted to establish trade relations with Canada. D. They were seeking religious freedom.

What did English settlers and specifically the Puritans, believe was the basis for liberty?Group of answer choicesA wage paying jobChristianityLandLiteracy

The Puritans originally left England because:Group of answer choicesThey believed they could make more money in the New WorldOf their desire for religious freedomNone of theseThe English government had accused them of a crime they didn't commit

The Puritan way of life was a major cultural feature of this region*New EnglandMiddle ColoniesSouthern Colonies

English Colonies 1763 by William A. Mowry and Arthur May Mowry (CC0)Which of the following was a major similarity between those who originally settled the colonies of Massachusetts and those who settled in Virginia?Elimination ToolSelect one answerAEarly residents of both colonies were motivated by a desire for religion freedom.BSettlers in both colonies were dependent on trade with England for their survival.CThe early settlers of both colonies were separatists.DBoth colonies were settled originally by young men seeking a fortune in the New World.

Why are Puritans called "puritan"?Group of answer choicesThey never sinnedThey wanted to purify the Church of England from all things CatholicThey wanted to purify alcoholThey loved to take baths