this colony had a high level of religious freedom. German, Scots-Irish, Welsh, and Irish immigrants had settled in the New Jersey colony, along with members of religious groups such as Quakers, Jews, Huguenots, and Mennonites. Because of the greater number of different groups, it was difficult for any single group to dominate the others. Thus, the region’s diversity helped to create a climate of tolerance. Some of the region’s religious groups also helped to promote tolerance. The Middle Colonies’ earliest settlers, practiced religious tolerance. That is, they honored the right of religious groups to follow their own beliefs without interference.
