The Founding of Maryland in 1634

What was the primary reason for the founding of Maryland?

• To establish a trading post

• To create a safe-haven for English Catholics

• To expand the British Empire

• To find new agricultural land

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Who was granted the charter to establish Maryland?

• King Charles I

• George Calvert

• Cecilius Calvert

• The settlers aboard the Ark and the Dove

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Explain how the goals of Maryland's founding might have influenced its early laws and policies.

• The colony likely had strict laws against all non-Catholics.

• The colony likely promoted religious tolerance and freedom.

• The colony likely focused on economic growth over religious matters.

• The colony likely had no specific laws regarding religion.

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What was the significance of the Ark and the Dove in Maryland's history?

• They were the first ships to trade with Native Americans.

• They were the ships that brought the first settlers to Maryland.

• They were used to defend Maryland from invaders.

• They were the first ships built in Maryland.

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Analyze the potential challenges Cecilius Calvert might have faced in establishing a colony with religious tolerance.

• Convincing settlers to focus on agriculture

• Balancing the interests of Catholics and Protestants

• Establishing trade routes with England

• Building fortifications against Native American attacks

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What year did the first settlers arrive in Maryland?

• 1620

• 1632

• 1634

• 1640

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Discuss the impact of George Calvert's death on the establishment of Maryland.

• It delayed the granting of the charter.

• It led to the abandonment of the colony.

• It resulted in Cecilius Calvert taking over the project.

• It caused a change in the colony's location.

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Which river was Maryland located east of, according to the charter?

• Mississippi River

• Potomac River

• Hudson River

• Delaware River

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Evaluate the reasons why King Charles I might have granted the charter to George Calvert.

• To gain a share of the income from the land

• To establish a military base in America

• To convert Native Americans to Christianity

• To create a new trade route to Asia

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What was the religious composition of the first group of settlers in Maryland?

• Only Catholics

• Only Protestants

• Both Catholics and Protestants

• Neither Catholics nor Protestants

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