Lesson 23 of 84 · Colonization
⭐ 30 XPReligious Freedom in the Colonies
Religious Freedom in the Colonies was a significant aspect of life for many settlers in America.
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Religious Freedom in the Colonies was a significant aspect of life for many settlers in America. Various groups, such as the Puritans and Quakers, sought refuge from religious persecution in Europe. They established colonies where they could practice their faith freely. For instance, the Puritans founded Massachusetts, while Quakers, led by William Penn, created Pennsylvania as a haven for religious tolerance. This search for religious freedom greatly influenced the development of American values around liberty and individual rights.
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The Puritans settled in Massachusetts seeking religious freedom.
Quakers believed in equality and pacifism, leading to their establishment of Pennsylvania.
Religious freedom became a foundational principle in the United States.
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1 of 2Which group founded Massachusetts in search of religious freedom?
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