Question

what was the primary reason that roger williams left the massachusetts bay colony and founded the rhode island colony? (1 point) he wanted to start a colony where the government had more power. he was forced out by native americans. he sought better opportunities for farming. he was ordered to leave by the court because of his political beliefs on religious tolerance.

Explanation:

Roger Williams was ordered to leave the Massachusetts Bay Colony by the court because his beliefs in religious tolerance (like separation of church and state, and fair treatment of Native Americans) clashed with the colony's leadership. The other options are incorrect: he didn't want more government power (Rhode Island had more religious freedom and less government control over religion), Native Americans didn't force him out (he had good relations with them), and farming opportunities weren't the reason.

Answer:

D. He was ordered to leave by the court because of his political beliefs on religious tolerance.