The United Provinces in the seventeenth century

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The United Provinces, also known as the Dutch Republic, was known for its tolerant and open-minded society in the seventeenth century. It welcomed immigrants of various religious backgrounds, including Jews, and allowed them to practice their religions freely. The country was also at the forefront of scientific and artistic developments during this time.

(Note: Choices B, C, D, and E are all incorrect. The Dutch Republic did have Calvinist influences, but it was not strictly controlled by them. It also had a flourishing art scene, and the economy was able to recover from its wars against Spain. While there were periods of anti-Semitism in Amsterdam, Jews were not expelled from the city during the seventeenth century.)

The United Provinces in the Seventeenth Century