Why did William Penn advertise his new colony of Pennsylvania in Europe, and according to the advertisement, why should people move to Pennsylvania?

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The question is asking why William Penn advertised his new colony of Pennsylvania in Europe and also what reasons were given for people to move there, highlighting the importance of attracting new settlers for success.

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To attract settlers and offer religious freedom.

William Penn advertised his new colony of Pennsylvania in Europe to attract new settlers so his colony would be successful. According to the advertisement, people should move to Pennsylvania to find freedom, particularly religious freedom.

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William Penn advertised his new colony of Pennsylvania in Europe to attract new settlers so his colony would be successful. According to the advertisement, people should move to Pennsylvania to find freedom, particularly religious freedom.

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Pennsylvania was promoted as a haven for religious freedom, attracting those suffering religious persecution in Europe.

Tips

Common mistakes include overlooking the emphasis on religious freedom, which was a key aspect of Penn's advertisement.

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