The Puritans migrated to North America primarily due to their desire for religious freedom and to create a society that aligned with their strict interpretations of Christianity, as they felt increasingly persecuted in England for their beliefs. The effect of this migration was the establishment of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, where they implemented a theocratic governance model and created a culture that emphasized community, moral discipline, and a strong work ethic, which would have lasting impacts on American society and values.
The Puritans were a sect of Protestant Christians in Europe who believed that the Protestant church had fallen too far from its origin and was becoming too liberal in its belief system. They migrated to North America during the age of discovery because they did not align with either the Catholic or Protestant state churches. What were the causes and effects of the Puritans’ migration to North America? Analyze and explain in 1–2 sentences the cause and effect.(2 points)
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