According to John Winthrop, what was the ultimate basis for the success of the Massachusetts Bay colony?
A)successful incorporation of the African slave trade in Massachusetts
B)ability of the colony to focus on one lucrative export
C)the colony's new ironworks business
D)trade with other North American colonies as well as Europe and the West Indies

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John Winthrop believed that the success of the Massachusetts Bay colony was largely due to its trade with other North American colonies as well as with Europe and the West Indies. This extensive trade network allowed the colony to thrive economically.

According to John Winthrop, What Was the Ultimate Basis for the Success