What Was One of Pennsylvania's Only Restrictions on Religious Liberty

question 87

Multiple Choice

What was one of Pennsylvania's only restrictions on religious liberty?

• A) Settlers could belong to any denomination but had to sign an oath affirming that they would not oppress Quakers.
• B) Holding office required an oath affirming a belief in Jesus Christ,which eliminated Jews from serving.
• C) Atheists were welcome as long as they promised not to publicly attack religion.
• D) Church attendance was mandatory,but the state did not specify which type of church.
• E) There were no restrictions.

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