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What was the religious orientation of the New England settlement?
The religious orientation of the New England settlement was clear and emphasized by the idea of a 'city upon a hill.'
What was stated as a goal in the charter of the Massachusetts Bay Colony?
The goal stated in the charter of the Massachusetts Bay Colony was that the people may be religiously, peaceably, and civilly governed, to win and incite the natives to the knowledge and obedience of the true God and the Christian faith.
What does the seal of the Massachusetts Bay Company depict?
The seal of the Massachusetts Bay Company depicts a half-naked Native American entreating more English to 'come over and help us.'
What steps did the English Puritans in America take in relation to native peoples?
Like their Spanish and French Catholic rivals, English Puritans in America took steps to convert native peoples to their version of Christianity.
Who was the leading Puritan missionary in New England?
The leading Puritan missionary in New England was John Eliot.
Test your knowledge of the Puritan settlement in Massachusetts Bay, including its struggle with internal turmoil and external conflicts like the Salem Witch Trials and King Philip's War.
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