Why did many englishmen leave their homes and come to the american colonies? a. they feared plagues in england and knew life would be easy in america. b. they wanted adventure and a chance to explore unknown territories. c. they wanted to escape poverty in england and find opportunity in america. d. they hoped to build a new life in america since england's population was shrinking.

1. how did the works progress administration (wpa) contribute to the cultural development of american cities? a. by paying artists to create new works for public spaces b. by granting scholarships to underprivileged students to study art c. by sponsoring cultural exchanges with musicians from other countries 2. which of the following best describes the effect of the new deal on the great depression? a. the new deal eased the effects of the great depression. b. the new deal alone ended the depression. c. production rates during the great depression only fully recovered as the united states prepared to enter world war ii.