The Founding of the American Colonies by the British Was

question 67

Multiple Choice

The founding of the American colonies by the British was

• A) accomplished in a well-planned fashion.
• B) based on the high-minded aspirations of groups such as the Puritans and the Quakers.
• C) undertaken by the government in every case.
• D) undertaken in a haphazard manner.
• E) rarely undertaken by trading companies or religious groups.

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Umbrella

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Relationship

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