Colonial Settlement

Why did the Puritans leave England?

Answer explanation

Some Puritans, such as the “Pilgrims,” left to break with the Church of England. Other Puritans left to escape political, social, and economic turmoil.

What two principles did Providence guarantee that Massachusetts Bay did not?

Answer explanation

separation of church and state and religious freedom

How did Native Americans view land treaties?

Answer explanation

Native Americans believed that land treaties were agreements to share, not own, the land, and for a limited period of time.

What were the important characteristics of the colony of New Netherland?

Answer explanation

ethnic diversity, religious tolerance, generally good relations with Native Americans

How did Quaker compare to Puritan?

Answer explanation

Both groups believed in a personal experience of God. However, Puritans had ministers, while Quakers did not. Also, Quakers were predominantly against slavery and believed in friendship with others, such as Native Americans