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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Middle Colonies

Question 1 • VT-NY-Regents-US History and Government

Why did William Penn advertise his new colony of Pennsylvania in Europe?

Answer
A
He wanted people to see it because it was so beautiful.
B
It was the first English settlement in North America.
C
He needed to attract new settlers so his colony would be successful.

Explanation

William Penn promoted Pennsylvania in Europe to encourage people to move there. A growing population would provide settlers and workers, helping the colony develop and succeed. Its beauty may have been mentioned in advertisements, but attracting settlers was the main purpose.

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