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1. The Puritans wanted to escape from England (where Catholicism was the dominant religion) because they were being persecuted for not committing themselves to the king and the church of england.

2. Some people (merchants especially) wanted to do business in America and make a fortune off of trading.

3. Fugitives, poor people and young adults liked the sense of adventure and wanted to explore new land and see what it has to offer them.

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