History & Social Studies
Why did English colonists settle in America?
Creating America: A History of the United States, McDougal Littell, 2005, page 86
Creating America: A History of the United States, McDougal Littell, 2005, page 86
The majority of English colonists traveled to America for economic opportunities. Others were attracted by stories of gold. Many of the colonists also made the journey to escape religious persecution.
Creating America, pg. 86