William Penn attracted many people to his colony primarily by advertising the religious freedom he offered. He promoted Pennsylvania as a place where individuals could practice their faith freely, especially appealing to groups such as Quakers, who faced persecution in England. While he did also offer land incentives and promote a fair legal system, the primary draw was the promise of religious tolerance and a democratic form of government. However, the claim about prohibiting slavery was not entirely accurate during his lifetime, as Pennsylvania did have instances of slavery, though it was less prevalent than in other colonies.
How did William Penn attract so many people to his colony?
He encouraged foreign investment in the colony.
He advertised the religious freedom offered in the colony.
He gave free land to new settlers.
He prohibited slavery anywhere in the colony.
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