Multiple choice

The pattern of colonial settlement up to 1700 resulted most directly from

  1. Large British populations relative to Indian populations

  2. British recognition of Native American sovereignty

  3. Orientation of colonies for producing commodities for Europe

  4. British attempts to impose greater control over the colonies
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Early colonial settlement was largely driven by mercantilist goals, where colonies were established to produce raw materials and commodities for the mother country.

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