Question

read & respond use the text below to answer the question. the puritans were the first colonists to come to boston. across the ocean in england, everyone had to practice the religion of the church of england. the puritans were unhappy with this church, and they wanted to change it and practice their religion differently. the king of england was in charge of the church and the government. if the puritans didnt obey the church, they would have been in danger. in 1630, about 1,000 puritans set sail for america, looking for a place where they could have religious freedom. they set up the massachusetts bay colony, which included parts of other present - day states like maine. based on the passage, what does it mean if people have religious freedom? a they are in charge of both the church and the government in their country. b they can practice their religion the way they want without danger. c they get in trouble for practicing their religion the way they want. d they set sail across the ocean and set up a colony.

Explanation:

The passage describes Puritans leaving England for America to escape danger related to the Church of England and government, as they wanted to practice their religion differently. Having religious freedom means being able to practice one's religion as desired without interference or danger from the church and government.

Answer:

A. They are in charge of both the church and the government in their country.