Why did Roger Williams found Rhode Island?

A. He fled the Massachusetts colony over his controversial religious beliefs.

B. He was granted the land by the authority of Charles I.

C. He wanted to create a colony for Native Americans.

D. He sought a religious safe haven for Catholics fleeing England.

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Lorena Carrillo

7 February, 00:48

Why did Roger Williams found Rhode Island?

A. He fled the Massachusetts colony over his controversial religious beliefs.

B. He was granted the land by the authority of Charles I.

C. He wanted to create a colony for Native Americans.

D. He sought a religious safe haven for Catholics fleeing England.

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Velazquez · Answer 1

Hello,

Why did Roger Williams found Rhode Island?

its definitely cant be b or c

its either a or d but I'm going for D

D. He sought a religious safe haven for Catholics fleeing England.

Neil Petty · Answer 2

Don't rely on me but I think the answer is C

Why did Roger Williams found Rhode Island?A. He fled the Massachusetts colony over his controversial religious beliefs.B. He was granted the land by the authority of Charles I.C. He wanted to create a colony for Native Americans.D. He sought a religious safe haven for Catholics fleeing England.