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In what way was Maryland different from the other English colonies?

1.Maryland was founded on behalf of Roman Catholic colonists.

2.Maryland was the only colony to be created as a proprietorship.

3.Maryland established good relations with American Indians.

4.Maryland grew tobacco plants as a lucrative cash crop.

Verified Answer :

1. Maryland was founded on behalf of Roman Catholic colonists.

Answer:

Option: 1.Maryland was founded on behalf of Roman Catholic colonists.

Explanation:

Maryland colony establish by Cecil Calvert in 1632 for the practice of Catholic faith in the New World. Under a charter from King Charles I, Calvert began his sail to New World to establish a colony. The settlers in Maryland were English Catholics who came to the New world for their safety and freedom to practice their religion. Maryland Colony establishes as a religious refuge for the Catholics as well as the Protestants.