1. Virginia (Jamestown):
Economic Opportunities: The primary motive was economic gain, with the establishment of the Virginia Company of London and the promise of land and wealth for investors and settlers.
2. Massachusetts Bay Colony (Plymouth):
Religious Freedom: The Puritans sought to escape religious persecution and establish a colony where they could freely practice their Puritan beliefs.
3. New Netherland (New York):
Economic Opportunities and Religious Tolerance: The Dutch West India Company offered land to settlers in return for economic development, and the colony welcomed people of various religious backgrounds.
4. Maryland:
Religious Tolerance: Maryland was founded as a refuge for English Catholics facing persecution in England.
5. Pennsylvania:
Religious Freedom: William Penn established Pennsylvania as a haven for Quakers and other religious groups seeking freedom of worship.
6. Georgia:
Economic Opportunity and Debtors' Relief: Georgia was created to provide a new opportunity for debtors and others who were struggling economically in England.