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American HistoryColonial Period and Independence
The colonists came to America for many reasons. Name one.
Accepted answers:
- Freedom
- Political liberty
- Religious freedom
- Economic opportunity
- Escape persecution
Why this is the correct answer
People came to America from many different places and for many different reasons. Common motivations included seeking political liberty, escaping religious persecution, finding economic opportunity, and pursuing a freedom that was not available in their home countries.
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