Question

The primary reason for the establishment of the colony of Maryland was to – (1 point) Responses Establish a safe haven for English debtors Establish a safe haven for English debtors Function as a buffer between English and Spanish territories Function as a buffer between English and Spanish territories Develop trade relations with various Native groups Develop trade relations with various Native groups Serve as a refuge for Catholics to avoid persecution

Answer 1

The primary reason for the establishment of the colony of Maryland was to **serve as a refuge for Catholics to avoid persecution**.