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Key Content Review: The Thirteen Colonies

Question 5 • 8th Grade US History & Geography A

What did the colonies of Maryland and Pennsylvania have in common?

Answer
A
They were both located in New England.
B
They were both established by Spain.
C
They were both governed by William Penn.
D
They were both places of religious tolerance.

Explanation

Maryland and Pennsylvania were both known for allowing greater religious freedom than many other colonies. Maryland was founded in part as a refuge for Catholics, while Pennsylvania, founded by William Penn, welcomed Quakers and people of other faiths. They were not both in New England, founded by Spain, or governed by Penn.

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