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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The New England Colonies

Question 21 • (Bergold)WCA 2130 US History 1 1st nine weeks 26-27

Why did Thomas Hooker lead his followers to found the Connecticut Colony in 1636?

Answer
A
He wanted to expand trade opportunities with Native Americans.
B
He disagreed with limits on voting based on church membership.
C
He was sent by the king to establish a new colony.
D
He wanted to create a colony with stricter religious rules.

Explanation

Thomas Hooker and his followers left Massachusetts Bay and founded Connecticut in 1636 partly because Hooker objected to restricting political rights, especially voting, to church members. Connecticut’s government allowed a broader group of male property owners to vote. So the best answer is “He disagreed with limits on voting based on church membership.”

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