Which of the following is NOT a reason early settlers had for starting colonies?

Financial Gain

Escape British rule

Anarchy

Religious Freedom

Financial Gain is wrong

Anarchy.

Explanation:

The start of the colonies in the American continent away from the European nation by the early settlers have numerous reasons for it. They came from their countries to mainly escape the religious restrictions that their governments have imposed them.

While some move in search of a much relaxed religious practice, some went ahead to try to escape the rule of the Britishers. While most of the early settlers came to escape the religious persecution they faced back in their homes, some also came to enhance their financial status, looking for gains and plying their trade in the new place. But among all the reasons given in the question, anarchy is not a reason for the new settlers starting colonies in America.

Answer: Financial Gain is Wrong

Explanation: The only reasons why they created colonies was to have some religious freedom, they were tired of the king, and British rule. They never left because of Financial Gain is wrong.