Question

which statement accurately describes the reasons for establishing plymouth and jamestown?
both colonies were established to bring wealth to stockholders.
plymouths founders intended to produce raw materials, while jamestowns founders expected to discover gold.
both colonies were established to limit the expansion of other european empires.
plymouth was founded as a refuge from religious persecution, while jamestown was founded for commercial profit.

Explanation:

Plymouth was settled by the Pilgrims seeking religious freedom from persecution in England. Jamestown was established by the Virginia Company as a commercial venture with the hope of making a profit through trade and resource - extraction.

Answer:

Plymouth was founded as a refuge from religious persecution, while Jamestown was founded for commercial profit.