Question

question 13
what action did maryland governor leonard calvert take because of his concern about catholics?
a he had the assembly pass a law to protect their rights.
b he enforced a ban on catholics living in the colony.
c he took away their right to own property in maryland.
d he ruled that only catholics could become elected officials.

Explanation:

Leonard Calvert, the Maryland Governor, was a Catholic himself and wanted to protect the rights of Catholics in the colony. He had the assembly pass the Maryland Toleration Act in 1649 which protected the rights of all Christians, including Catholics.

Answer:

A. He had the assembly pass a law to protect their rights.