Question

In what ways did ideas and values held by Puritans influence the political, economic, and social development of the New England colonies from 1630 through the 1660s?

Answer 1

The values of the Puritans heavily shaped the landscape of the New England colonies during this time in the sense that they instilled a sense of hard-work and moral values in the minds of the settlers. This led to economic growth and higher survival rates.