How was the initial reason most settlers came to New Netherland different from the reasons most settlers came to the surrounding English colonies?(1 point)

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The English mostly came for wealth, while many immigrants settled in New Netherland to enjoy religious freedom.
The English mostly came for wealth, while many immigrants settled in New Netherland to enjoy religious freedom.

The English mostly came for wealth and glory while many immigrants settled in New Netherland to prosper as tobacco farmers.
The English mostly came for wealth and glory while many immigrants settled in New Netherland to prosper as tobacco farmers.

The English mostly came for religious reasons while many immigrants settled in New Netherland to gain wealth in the booming fur trade.
The English mostly came for religious reasons while many immigrants settled in New Netherland to gain wealth in the booming fur trade.

The English mostly came for religious reasons, while many immigrants settled in New Netherland to mine gold and silver.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

The English mostly came for wealth, while many immigrants settled in New Netherland to enjoy religious freedom.

This option accurately reflects the motivations behind the settlement patterns, as the English colonies often emphasized economic gain, while New Netherland attracted a diverse population seeking religious tolerance.