Question

why did the pilgrims leave england?
(1 point)
○ they sought gold, silver and riches.
○ they wanted to escape religious persecution.
○ they wanted to settle in a warmer climate.
○ the king wanted them to discover new land.

Explanation:

The Pilgrims (Separatists) left England mainly because they faced religious persecution for their desire to practice their faith differently from the Church of England. The option about seeking gold is more related to other early colonizers like the Jamestown settlers. Wanting a warmer climate is not the main reason, and the king did not send them to discover new land.

Answer:

B. They wanted to escape religious persecution.