1. Philadelphia Known as the city of Brotherly love
Pennsylvania Colony
Philadelphia
Known as the city of Brotherly love
Middle Colonies

2. King Charles II of England
Owed a large amount of money to Admiral Penn
1681 – King Charles II gave Penn’s son, William, a large piece of land in North America
Land was called Pennsylvania, which means “Penn’s Woods”

3. William Penn He was a Quaker Wanted everyone to live in peace
Equal rights for all
Religions
Men and Women
What rights
do we have?

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5. Quakers Pennsylvania was home to the Society of Friends (Quakers)
Pacifists – against war
No formal services

6. Received their name because of shaking during religious services
Quakers
Christian group
Did not believe in ministers or churches
Held meetings where members sat quietly
Spoke only if the Spirit moved them
Received their name because of shaking during religious services

7. Relationship with Native Americans
Friendly relations
Bought land from the Native Americans, did not take it
Created fair treaties
Treated as equals

9. William Penn received land from King
Penn created Pennsylvania for freedom of religion
Settled by Quakers
Wanted to practice their faith without interference
Tolerated all religious beliefs
Bought land from Native Americans