58American History • Colonial Period and Independence
What is one reason colonists came to America?
Official Accepted Answers:
- Freedom
- Political liberty
- Religious freedom
- Economic opportunity
- Practice their religion
- Escape persecution
Why this matters: Early European settlers sought economic opportunity, escape from poverty, and freedom from religious persecution.
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