Question

A resident of the North American colonies in the seventeenth century would have been able to identify Quakers in the community by any of the following characteristics, except

A) Plain dress
B) Pacifism
C) Strict hierarchy
D) Anti-slavery stance

Answer 1

Quakers in the seventeenth century could be recognized by their plain dress, pacifism, and anti-slavery stance, but not by strict hierarchy, which they opposed.

Step-by-step explanation:

A resident of the North American colonies in the seventeenth century could have identified Quakers, or the Society of Friends, by various characteristics. However, one could not identify them by Strict hierarchy, as this was actually something they were opposed to. Quakers believed in spiritual equality and so they rejected the Anglican Church's hierarchy, with men and women possessing the same rights within their community. They were recognizable by their Plain dress, Pacifism, and Anti-slavery stance. The colonial community of Pennsylvania, in particular, became a refuge for Quakers due to the religious tolerance it offered, which was markedly different from other English colonies at the time.

Answer 2

Quakers could be identified by their plain dress, pacifism, and anti-slavery stance, but not by a strict hierarchy, contrary to their principles of equality and social harmony.

Step-by-step explanation:

A resident of the North American colonies in the seventeenth century could identify Quakers by several characteristics, but not by a strict hierarchy. The Quakers, or the Society of Friends, were known for their plain dress, pacifism, and anti-slavery stance. They believed in the inner light of every individual and viewed all people as equals, which reflected in their radical approach to social equality. Quakers practiced religious tolerance, rejected societal ranks, and addressed others as equals. Their belief system led them to reject all forms of violence and oppression, including slavery. Therefore, strict hierarchy was contrary to their principles and was not a characteristic feature of the Quakers during the seventeenth century.