Reason for Establishment of Plymouth Colony

Easy Period 2: 1607–1754 New England Colonies

In the early 17th century, a group of English settlers known as the Pilgrims established one of the first successful colonies in New England. This group sought religious freedom and faced numerous challenges both during their journey and after their arrival. Their motivations and the socio-political context of their founding are significant for understanding the development of the New England Colonies.

Which of the following best describes the primary reason for the establishment of the Plymouth Colony by the Pilgrims in 1620?

To establish a mercantile trading post for profit.

To seek religious freedom and escape persecution.

To expand British territorial claims in North America.

To implement a model of colonial government based on Enlightenment principles.

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