When it was established in 1644,the colony of Rhode Island
A) organized the first fully democratic government in North America.
B) banned Jews from immigrating.
C) had strong ties to the church in the Massachusetts colony.
D) was notable for its religious toleration.
E) had no ties to the Massachusetts colony.

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When it was established in 1644, the colony of Rhode Island was notable for its religious toleration, allowing individuals of different religious beliefs to coexist peacefully. This was in contrast to the religious intolerance that was prevalent in many other colonies at the time. Rhode Island had no official church and did not impose religious requirements on its residents.

When It Was Established in 1644,the Colony of Rhode Island