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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Middle Colonies

Question 5 • VT-NY-Regents-US History and Government

How did the Dutch West India Company get new settlers to move to New Netherland?

Answer
A
by paying off their debts
B
by offering them religious freedom
C
by providing free passage across the Atlantic
D
by giving away free land

Explanation

The Dutch West India Company encouraged settlement by offering free land to people willing to move to New Netherland. This helped attract farmers and families who could establish communities and support the colony. The correct choice is giving away free land.

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