Read the section "New England colonies." What is one reason WHY the settlers wanted to leave England? \[ \begin{array}{l}\text { A They wanted a way to make more money. } \\ \text { C They did not like the Church of England. } \\ \text { D They did not like being ruled by a king. }\end{array} \]

Many settlers were eager to escape the constraints imposed by the Church of England. They sought a place where they could freely practice their religious beliefs without interference or persecution. This desire for religious freedom was a driving force behind many migrations to the New England colonies. Additionally, the New England colonies offered an opportunity to establish self-governing communities. Settlers were drawn to the idea of governing themselves rather than being ruled by distant authorities, which allowed them more autonomy and the chance to create a society aligned with their values and beliefs.