Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 12 April 2010
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Question 1: Why was the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania founded by William Penn?
A
B
He was heading for Tennessee but became lost and decided to stay
He thought that it would be nice to have a place named after him
C
As a safe place for Quakers to live and practise their faith
D
The colonial government was offering bonuses to those who founded commonwealths