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What did the New England Puritans keep as 'commons' or undivided land?
Land for future generations
What was the basis for determining the size of each settler's home lot in the New England Puritan communities?
The settler's current wealth and status
Who could participate in town governments in the New England Puritan communities?
Those who gained admittance
Who could vote in town meetings in the New England Puritan communities?
All male property holders
What did towns write upon their founding in the New England Puritan communities?
Covenants
Test your knowledge about the founding of New England Puritan communities and their approach to building a utopia. Explore topics such as land grants, communal decision-making, and the division of land.
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