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What was the primary motivation for Puritans emigrating to America?
What was the primary motivation for Puritans emigrating to America?
- To find new trade opportunities
- To flee from religious persecution (correct)
- To spread their religious beliefs to new peoples
- To escape economic troubles in England
What was a key belief of Roger Williams regarding land ownership?
What was a key belief of Roger Williams regarding land ownership?
- Land was to be shared equally among settlers
- Land ownership should be based on religious affiliation
- People should not settle on land without native consent (correct)
- Land could be claimed without purchasing from native peoples
Which belief was held by Anne Hutchinson?
Which belief was held by Anne Hutchinson?
- Church attendance is necessary for salvation
- Only church leaders can interpret God's will
- Religious authority must be followed at all times
- Self-interpretation of the Bible is essential (correct)
What did Roger Williams advocate regarding church and state?
What did Roger Williams advocate regarding church and state?
Which of the following best describes Puritan views on religious tolerance?
Which of the following best describes Puritan views on religious tolerance?
What was a key outcome of the Pequot War?
What was a key outcome of the Pequot War?
What was King Philip's War primarily about?
What was King Philip's War primarily about?
Which aspect of land did Native Americans and the English dispute over?
Which aspect of land did Native Americans and the English dispute over?
Which event demonstrated English brutality in the context of Native American resistance?
Which event demonstrated English brutality in the context of Native American resistance?
What significance did the prolonged conflicts with Native Americans hold for the English settlers?
What significance did the prolonged conflicts with Native Americans hold for the English settlers?
Flashcards
Puritan Emigration
Puritan Emigration
Puritans left England to avoid religious persecution and create a society based on their beliefs.
Roger Williams' Beliefs
Roger Williams' Beliefs
Roger Williams advocated for religious tolerance and separation of church and state, and opposed unjust land claims.
Roger Williams' Colony
Roger Williams' Colony
Roger Williams founded the colony of Providence, Rhode Island, based on religious freedom and separation of church and state.
Anne Hutchinson's Beliefs
Anne Hutchinson's Beliefs
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Native American Resistance
Native American Resistance
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Land Disputes in North America
Land Disputes in North America
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Pequot War
Pequot War
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King Philip's War
King Philip's War
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Metacom (King Philip)
Metacom (King Philip)
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English Expansion
English Expansion
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English Brutality
English Brutality
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Native American Unity
Native American Unity
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Study Notes
Puritan Society and Roger Williams
- Puritans in England sought religious freedom, initially escaping persecution.
- Puritans came to America for religious freedom and safety, not to tolerate other views.
- Roger Williams, an extreme separatist, believed that established churches couldn't reform Protestantism.
- He believed in personal interpretation of the Bible.
- He disagreed with the Church of England's claims to Native American land.
- Williams was banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony, later establishing the colony of Providence.
- Providence guaranteed religious freedom and separation of church and state.
Anne Hutchinson
- Anne Hutchinson believed in interpreting the Bible personally, not needing a minister.
- She believed God's inner light shines within all believers, not just church attendees.
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Description
Test your knowledge on Puritan society's quest for religious freedom and the critical roles of figures like Roger Williams and Anne Hutchinson. Explore their beliefs in personal interpretation of the Bible and the establishment of Providence. This quiz will challenge your understanding of early American religious history.
