After New Netherland became New York in 1664, most Dutch colonists stayed in the colony and continued their way of life. While there were some pressures to adopt English customs, many of the Dutch inhabitants retained their language, culture, and practices. The English generally allowed the Dutch to maintain their properties and livelihoods, and many former Dutch settlers integrated into the new colonial structure without being forcibly displaced. Some did choose to move or establish new settlements, but a significant number remained in New York.
What happened to the Dutch colonists after New Netherland became New York?
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They stayed in the colony and continued their way of life.
They stayed in the colony and continued their way of life.
They stayed in the colony but were forced to adopt English customs.
They stayed in the colony but were forced to adopt English customs.
They were forced out of the colony, so they found other places to settle.
They were forced out of the colony, so they found other places to settle.
They chose to leave the colony and find new settlements.
They chose to leave the colony and find new settlements.
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