Asked by Keuntis Thompson on Jul 28, 2024
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Puritans of the seventeenth century
A) were completely unified on all issues.
B) believed the Church of England retained too many elements of Catholicism in its rituals and doctrines.
C) fundamentally opposed all beliefs of the Church of England.
D) believed in both religious freedom and toleration.
E) secretly supported the Catholic Church.
Church Of England
The primary state church in England, a Protestant Anglican church with Queen Elizabeth II as its supreme governor.
Seventeenth Century
A period from 1601 to 1700 in the Gregorian calendar, marking a phase of significant developments in global exploration, science, and cultural exchanges.
Catholicism
The Christian denomination led by the Pope in Rome, characterized by its sacramental system and doctrines such as the veneration of saints.
- Understand the foundational religious beliefs of Puritan settlers and their influence on the society of the colonies.
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Angelica SeelalAug 03, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Puritans of the seventeenth century believed that the Church of England still contained many practices and beliefs that were too closely aligned with Catholicism, and sought to purify it of such elements. They did not fundamentally oppose all beliefs of the Church of England, nor did they espouse religious freedom or toleration. There is no evidence to suggest that they secretly supported the Catholic Church.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the foundational religious beliefs of Puritan settlers and their influence on the society of the colonies.