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

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Rhode Island was founded by Roger Williams, who was banished from the Massachusetts colony for his religious beliefs. He established Rhode Island as a place where people could practice any religion they chose without fear of persecution. This made Rhode Island notable for religious toleration, which was not present in other colonies at the time.

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