Question
How did Roger Williams’ founding of Rhode Island reflect dissent from Massachusetts Bay Colony?
(5 Points)
He supported greater religious tolerance and separation of church and state.
He wanted stricter enforcement of Puritan laws.
He intended to create a monarchy independent of England.
He sought to unite all New England colonies under one governor.
(5 Points)
He supported greater religious tolerance and separation of church and state.
He wanted stricter enforcement of Puritan laws.
He intended to create a monarchy independent of England.
He sought to unite all New England colonies under one governor.
Answers
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Roger Williams’ founding of Rhode Island reflected dissent from the Massachusetts Bay Colony primarily in that:
**He supported greater religious tolerance and separation of church and state.**
Williams was an advocate for the principle of freedom of conscience and believed that individuals should not be forced to adhere to a specific religious practice. This was in stark contrast to the theocratic policies of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, where Puritanism was the dominant religion and dissenters faced persecution. Rhode Island was established as a place where individuals could practice their faith freely, embodying the ideals of religious liberty.
**He supported greater religious tolerance and separation of church and state.**
Williams was an advocate for the principle of freedom of conscience and believed that individuals should not be forced to adhere to a specific religious practice. This was in stark contrast to the theocratic policies of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, where Puritanism was the dominant religion and dissenters faced persecution. Rhode Island was established as a place where individuals could practice their faith freely, embodying the ideals of religious liberty.