Question

Why was Rhode Island founded

A. As a place for those seeking cultural diversity

B. As a haven for those who owed the government money

C. As a haven for those who disagreed with Puritan beliefs

D. As an expansion of Puritan Massachusetts

Answer 1

The correct option is C. As a haven for those who disagreed with Puritan beliefs
Rhode Island was founded as a colony that guaranteed religious and political freedom. Those that disagreed with Puritan beliefs from the Massachusetts Bay Colony settled in Rhode Island. It was one of the most liberal colonies.